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Four students were shot in the parking lot of Benjamin E. Mays High School in Atlanta, with all victims sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. A woman has been detained in connection with the shooting, and the incident is currently under investigation by the Atlanta Police Department.
The family of Johnny Hollman Sr., who died after being tased by former Atlanta Police Department officer Kiran Kimbrough, held a press conference calling for Kimbrough to be prosecuted and jailed. The Georgia NAACP highlighted the systemic issues within the criminal justice system, including racial profiling and excessive use of force. Hollman's death was ruled a homicide, but Kimbrough has not been charged. The family expressed their grief and frustration, emphasizing that while Kimbrough enjoys the holiday season with his family, they are left mourning the loss of their loved one. The Georgia NAACP is advocating for policy changes to address systemic injustice, including the release of body camera footage within 72 hours and the establishment of independent oversight bodies for law enforcement.
The medical examiner's report on the death of Atlanta deacon Johnny Hollman, who died after being Tased and handcuffed by Atlanta police during a minor traffic accident, reveals that the Taser played a role in his death, but there were also other contributing factors such as high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and diabetes. The report lists the manner of death as a homicide, meaning it resulted from the actions of another person, but it does not necessarily imply a crime. The family's attorney believes that the officer's physical attack, combined with Hollman's pre-existing ailments, caused his death, and they are calling for the release of the bodycam video. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation's independent investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Atlanta police are investigating after a body was discovered inside a vehicle at a busy shopping center.
The Atlanta Police Department is urging people to plan ahead for a busy weekend, with both Taylor Swift and Janet Jackson performing downtown on Friday and the Hawks playoffs on Thursday. Police are advising people to arrive early, use MARTA to ease traffic congestion, and leave valuables at home to prevent them from falling into the hands of criminals. MARTA is providing extra trains and officers to handle the crowds, and teams will be on the platforms to help people get on and off the trains quickly.
Koko Da Doll, a prominent transgender woman featured in the award-winning documentary "Kokomo City," was found fatally shot in Atlanta at the age of 35. The film presents a raw depiction of the lives of four Black trans sex workers living in Atlanta and New York City. Following the film's Sundance premiere, Koko shared a message of thanks to the director and associate producer for giving her the opportunity to share her story. The Atlanta Police Department is investigating three violent crimes involving transgender women this year.