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Lithonia man sentenced to life without parole for series of rapes
A man from Lithonia, convicted as a serial rapist, has been sentenced to life imprisonment.
Drug trafficking operation in Atlanta leads to seven convictions and sentences
Seven individuals have been sentenced for their involvement in distributing fentanyl, methamphetamine, and other drugs in and beyond the metro-Atlanta area.
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Federal prison sentence handed to Atlanta fentanyl dealer possessing firearms
By GA News Gazette | Apr 16, 2025
Alexander Arellano has been sentenced to over 13 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl while unlawfully possessing firearms in the Atlanta area.
Federal authorities indict individuals from international drug and money laundering ring in Atlanta
By GA News Gazette | Apr 15, 2025
Federal authorities have charged seven individuals in connection with an alleged drug trafficking and money laundering ring linked to a Mexican trafficker.
Indictments and sanctions target leaders of La Nueva Familia Michoacana cartel
By GA News Gazette | Apr 15, 2025
Siblings Johnny Hurtado Olascoaga, known as “El Pez,” “Pescado,” and “Mojarra,” and Jose Alfredo Hurtado Olascoaga, also known as “El Fresa,” “El Feyo,” and “La Fruta,” have been indicted by a federal grand jury in the Northern District of Georgia.
Atlanta man sentenced to 20 years for robbing elderly veteran
By GA News Gazette | Apr 15, 2025
DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced the outcome of a criminal case where a man assaulted and robbed a 93-year-old military veteran.
Man charged with threatening Director Tulsi Gabbard and her family
By GA News Gazette | Apr 14, 2025
Aliakbar Mohammad Amin has been arrested and charged with transmitting threats to injure Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, and her family.
Cobb County CASA champions child abuse prevention during awareness month
By J. D. Suayan | Apr 10, 2025
At least 1 in 7 children in the United States experienced child abuse or neglect in the past year, according to recent statistics.
Man indicted for threats against Augusta National Golf Club employee
By J. D. Suayan | Apr 10, 2025
The Grand Jury for the Southern District of Georgia has indicted Joseph Armand Zimmer, a 48-year-old North Dakota resident, for allegedly making threats against an Augusta National Golf Club employee.
Stone Mountain man sentenced for murdering boss in Lithonia
By J. D. Suayan | Apr 7, 2025
A Stone Mountain man has received two life sentences for the murder of his boss, as determined by a jury and on the decision of a DeKalb County judge.
Federal charges for five individuals after immigration enforcement in Atlanta
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 4, 2025
Five individuals in the Northern District of Georgia face federal firearm charges following a collaborative immigration enforcement operation spanning several agencies in the Atlanta metro area.
Fentanyl bust in Sandy Springs leads to federal charges against Antwuan Brown
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
Antwuan Brown, a resident of Alpharetta, Georgia, appeared before United States Magistrate Judge Linda T. Walker, charged with possession and intent to distribute fentanyl.
Conyers man sentenced to life for murder and assault
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
A Conyers man, Clinton Eric Johnson, has been sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole after being convicted of shooting his girlfriend and killing another man during the incident.
Eleventh Circuit invites comment on proposed rule amendments
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 3, 2025
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit is seeking public input on proposed changes to its local rules.
DeKalb court to handle case against teen in MARTA driver's death
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 2, 2025
The DeKalb County Juvenile Court will prosecute the case against a 16-year-old charged with the murder of a MARTA bus driver.
Felon pleads guilty in Reinhardt University firearms case
By K. R. Nelson | Apr 1, 2025
Joshua Timothy Rex pleaded guilty to the illegal possession of firearms by a convicted felon after law enforcement intercepted him on his way to confront a student at Reinhardt University.
Atlanta man sentenced to life for kidnapping and assault
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 31, 2025
A jury in DeKalb County found Evariuel Martez Billings guilty of multiple charges, including kidnapping and sexual assault, resulting in a life sentence without parole.
Cobb ex-deputy indicted for fraud, oath violation over false medical claims
By K. R. Nelson | Mar 28, 2025
A former deputy from the Cobb County Sheriff's Office is facing serious charges following an investigation that led to his indictment for fraud and violation of his oath as a public officer.
DeKalb County indicts 17 alleged gang members on multiple charges
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 26, 2025
More than a dozen individuals have been indicted on charges related to gang activities, drugs, and weapons in DeKalb County.
Fort Eisenhower woman admits guilt in son's fatal stabbing
By A. D. Bamburg | Mar 25, 2025
A woman from Fort Eisenhower has pled guilty to the murder of her infant son, as confirmed by Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia, Tara M. Lyons.