Crime & Safety stories in Atlanta

Jake Reiner is speaking out for the first time about the tragic 2025 double murder of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, and the charges against his brother Nick.

Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.

Michael Steffman was arrested back in November of 2025, just hours after he announced his retirement and resignation.

Authorities say the victim tried to slow down by applying the brakes, but the bike did not stop.

Officers arrived at the scene, located at 275 Ted Turner Drive SW, and found a man lying on the ground next to the railroad tracks.

Numerous social media posts have referenced "Glenwood Day" as a block party-style community gathering. The event was also held last year.

The incident is the latest eyebrow-raising bet on Polymarket, as allegations of rigging and manipulation continue to haunt the popular prediction market site.

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At 525 Glen Iris a body was found this morning around 7am, police and news were on the scene and the Amli apartment complex released a statement asking for privacy for the loved one and any questions should be directed to police. We would just like to know if this was a criminal cause or not - anyon

Javon J. Heard, 42, has been arrested in connection with a series of arsons affecting Loganville, DeKalb, and Gwinnett counties. The incidents began on March 26, leading to significant property damage and ongoing investigations.

A shooting at the Mall of Louisiana resulted in the death of a 17-year-old and injuries to five others. The incident stemmed from an argument between two groups, leading to gunfire in the food court area.

Federal prosecutors charged the founder of a Georgia investment vehicle with wire fraud Thursday in connection with an alleged Ponzi scheme. Edwin Brant Frost IV, owner and president of the defunct First Liberty Building and Loan, allegedly scammed those in his orbit in what the FBI and prosecuto

A North Carolina woman and a Houston-area teen were arrested and accused of conspiring to “kill as many Jews as possible" at Congregation Beth Israel in Houston.

A fiery crash at Boulevard SE and Mead Street in southeast Atlanta resulted in power outages for nearly 1,200 Georgia Power customers. The incident is now under investigation as a crime scene after officers discovered a gun near the wreckage.

A U.S. Army special forces soldier, Gannon Ken Van Dyke, has been indicted for allegedly using insider knowledge of a military operation to profit over $400,000 on a prediction market. This marks the first criminal charges related to prediction market wagers by U.S. officials.

Two individuals, including an 18-year-old woman, have been arrested for allegedly plotting to attack a synagogue in Houston, Texas. The arrests follow heightened security measures at Jewish institutions amid rising anti-Semitic threats.

A DeKalb County home was struck by nearly a dozen bullets during a drive-by shooting while a mother and her son were inside. The incident highlights concerns over safety in the community.

Bianca Huntley, a 34-year-old pregnant mother of two, was found shot in her car on I-75 in Atlanta. Her family is devastated and urging witnesses to come forward.

A 23-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a house cleaner in Canton, Georgia. The victim was held captive and sustained multiple stab wounds before managing to escape and report the attack.

Javon J. Heard has been arrested in connection with a series of arson fires that damaged a shopping center in Loganville. The investigation revealed a pattern of fires across Loganville, Gwinnett, and DeKalb counties.

Javon J. Heard, 42, has been arrested for setting multiple fires in Gwinnett, DeKalb, and Walton counties. The fires, which began on March 26, caused significant damage and were determined to be intentionally set.

Kevin Andrews Jr. has been indicted for the murder of Officer Pradeep Tamang and the wounding of Officer David Reed during a shooting at a Stone Mountain hotel. The indictment includes multiple charges, and prosecutors are seeking the death penalty.

Authorities are investigating a shooting incident involving police and a murder suspect, Damian Strozier, in Cobb County. The suspect was wanted for a previous murder and was shot after allegedly pointing a gun at officers.

A U.S. Army special forces soldier, Gannon Ken Van Dyke, has been indicted for allegedly using insider knowledge of a military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to profit over $400,000 on a prediction market. This marks the first criminal charges related to prediction market wagers by U.S. officials.

Authorities arrested three individuals during a drug raid in LaGrange, Georgia, following an investigation into illegal drug sales. The suspects face multiple charges, including trafficking methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has identified Jeffrey Parker, 64, who was shot and killed by police after firing at them on an I-575 exit ramp. The incident occurred during a traffic stop, resulting in the officer sustaining non-life-threatening injuries.

Three individuals have been indicted for allegedly damaging property and committing arson during protests against the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. The charges stem from an incident in Cobb County where incendiary devices were thrown at the construction site.

A 17-year-old, Terry Hill, has been charged with murder following a double shooting outside an event space in southwest Atlanta. The incident, which left one man dead and another injured, stemmed from an argument that escalated outside the venue.

A shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge resulted in one death and five injuries, prompting a swift police response. The incident is believed to be a confrontation between two groups, with several innocent bystanders affected.