Atlanta Woman Fatally Shot in the Head After Argument Over Barbecue Grill, Police Say
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – A 22-year-old woman was shot and killed during an argument over a barbecue grill Wednesday morning in northwest Atlanta, according to the Atlanta Police Department.
The shooting occurred just before 9 a.m. on the 2500 block of Center Street, where officers arrived to find the woman inside a car with a gunshot wound to the head. She was rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital, where she later died from her injuries.
Neighbors Heard Multiple Gunshots
Residents in the neighborhood told reporters they were shocked by the violence that erupted in broad daylight.
“We’re out here in real life when this is going on. This is not normal living conditions,” said neighbor Shandelle Davila, who reported hearing four or five gunshots before calling 911.
Another resident said the incident left the community shaken.
“I don’t understand how anyone could be mad enough over that,” they said.
Authorities said the victim was trying to drive away when she was shot, and the bullets shattered the rear window of her car.
Victim and Suspect Knew Each Other
Atlanta Homicide Unit Lt. Christopher Butler confirmed that the victim and the shooter were acquainted prior to the argument. Police have not released the victim’s name or identified the suspect publicly.
Investigators are working to determine what exactly led to the dispute and whether any weapons were recovered from the scene.
Community Left Demanding Answers
Neighbors described the area as increasingly tense and say this latest act of violence has added to growing safety concerns.
“She didn’t deserve to die like this,” one resident said, adding that the argument was senseless and avoidable.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Atlanta Police Homicide Unit or provide tips anonymously to Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta at 404-577-TIPS (8477).
Stay with SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com for ongoing updates as Atlanta police continue investigating this tragic shooting.
