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Shoplifting Suspect Shot and Killed by Police After Running From Walmart

5193 Peachtree Blvd

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Summary

  • A shoplifting suspect was shot and killed by police outside a Walmart in Chamblee, Georgia. The incident occurred after a struggle with officers, during which the suspect reportedly pulled a gun.
  • Two officers fired at the suspect, resulting in his death. Both officers have been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation.

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A shoplifting suspect was shot and killed by police outside a Walmart on Thursday. Authorities were initially called to the scene about the shoplifting. When they arrived, they had a struggle with the suspect, who then ran across the street before officers say he pulled a gun. Two officers fired shots, which hit and killed the suspect. Both officers have been placed on administrative leave, and an investigation is underway.

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Incident reported at 5193 Peachtree Blvd.

A shoplifting suspect was shot and killed by police outside a Walmart on Thursday. Authorities were initially called to the scene about the shoplifting. When they arrived, they had a struggle with the suspect, who then ran across the street before officers say he pulled a gun. Two officers fired shots, which hit and killed the suspect. Both officers have been placed on administrative leave, and an investigation is underway.

Citizen user video shows the area cordoned off following a reported shooting involving an officer.

This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.

Incident reported at 5193 Peachtree Blvd.

A shoplifting suspect was shot and killed by police outside a Walmart on Thursday. Authorities were initially called to the scene about the shoplifting. When they arrived, they had a struggle with the suspect, who then ran across the street before officers say he pulled a gun. Two officers fired shots, which hit and killed the suspect. Both officers have been placed on administrative leave, and an investigation is underway.

Citizen user video shows the area cordoned off following a reported shooting involving an officer.

This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.

Incident reported at 5193 Peachtree Blvd.

A shoplifting suspect was shot and killed by police outside a Walmart on Thursday. Authorities were initially called to the scene about the shoplifting. When they arrived, they had a struggle with the suspect, who then ran across the street before officers say he pulled a gun. Two officers fired shots, which hit and killed the suspect. Both officers have been placed on administrative leave, and an investigation is underway.

Citizen user video shows the area cordoned off following a reported shooting involving an officer.

This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.

Incident reported at 5193 Peachtree Blvd.

A shoplifting suspect was shot and killed by police outside a Walmart on Thursday. Authorities were initially called to the scene about the shoplifting. When they arrived, they had a struggle with the suspect, who then ran across the street before officers say he pulled a gun. Two officers fired shots, which hit and killed the suspect. Both officers have been placed on administrative leave, and an investigation is underway.

Citizen user video shows the area cordoned off following a reported shooting involving an officer.

This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.

Incident reported at 5193 Peachtree Blvd.

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Comments22

WingsauceJan 16 at 1:22 PM

Why no mention of a gun until the next day????

atlantaUser1627244006Jan 16 at 1:38 PM

Who saw him pull a Gun besides the Police Officers involved?

Trac67Jan 16 at 1:18 PM

A bit excessive for a shoplifter, but ok

Trac67Jan 16 at 2:51 PM

Ok, he pulled a gun out, that’s why?

WingsauceJan 16 at 1:22 PM

Why no mention of a gun until the next day????

atlantaUser1627244006Jan 16 at 1:38 PM

Who saw him pull a Gun besides the Police Officers involved?

Trac67Jan 16 at 1:18 PM

A bit excessive for a shoplifter, but ok

Trac67Jan 16 at 2:51 PM

Ok, he pulled a gun out, that’s why?

WingsauceJan 16 at 1:22 PM

Why no mention of a gun until the next day????

atlantaUser1627244006Jan 16 at 1:38 PM

Who saw him pull a Gun besides the Police Officers involved?

Trac67Jan 16 at 1:18 PM

A bit excessive for a shoplifter, but ok

Trac67Jan 16 at 2:51 PM

Ok, he pulled a gun out, that’s why?

WingsauceJan 16 at 1:22 PM

Why no mention of a gun until the next day????

atlantaUser1627244006Jan 16 at 1:38 PM

Who saw him pull a Gun besides the Police Officers involved?

Trac67Jan 16 at 1:18 PM

A bit excessive for a shoplifter, but ok

Trac67Jan 16 at 2:51 PM

Ok, he pulled a gun out, that’s why?

WingsauceJan 16 at 1:22 PM

Why no mention of a gun until the next day????

atlantaUser1627244006Jan 16 at 1:38 PM

Who saw him pull a Gun besides the Police Officers involved?

Trac67Jan 16 at 1:18 PM

A bit excessive for a shoplifter, but ok

Trac67Jan 16 at 2:51 PM

Ok, he pulled a gun out, that’s why?

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