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21-year-old Jaden Lewis charged for the murder of 46-year-old Justin Mourning in Alpharetta

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Alpharetta, GA – Alpharetta Police Detectives have arrested 21-year-old Jaden Lewis of Milton, Georgia on charges of Murder and Aggravated Assault.

The arrest comes less than 24 hours after the fatal shooting of Justin Mourning, which occurred in the downtown area of Alpharetta.

On Wednesday evening, September 11, 2024, Alpharetta Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Highway 9 and Milton Avenue.

Upon arrival, officers discovered one gunshot victim who was transported to a local hospital and later died.

The initial investigation revealed that the incident stemmed from a verbal altercation between two individuals.

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The Alpharetta Police Department has released several images of the suspect involved in the recent fatal shooting in the downtown area. The suspect is described as a male riding a motorcycle wearing a black jacket with white patches, black pants, a helmet, and gloves.

In one of the images, the suspect is seen pointing a gun. Police believe the images were captured by a witness’s dashcam.

Following the shooting, police located multiple shell casings and spoke with several witnesses. Investigators believe the incident was the result of an argument between the victim and the motorcycle operator.

“It seems that this shooting escalated from a verbal argument that took place on the roadway,” stated Captain Andrew Splawn of the Alpharetta Police Department.

The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety extends its gratitude to the numerous citizens who provided valuable information that led to the arrest of Jaden Lewis.


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Joseph Levi Jackson Arrested After Fatally Shooting Father During Domestic Dispute in Kinston

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Joseph Levi Jackson Arrested After Allegedly Fatally Shooting Father During Domestic Dispute in Kinston Coffee County Road 483, just off County Road 89 Alabama
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Coffee County, Ala. — A homicide investigation is underway after a fatal shooting at a residence near Kinston on Monday morning, authorities confirmed.

According to Coffee County Sheriff Scott Byrd, deputies responded at approximately 7:51 a.m. to a reported shooting along County Road 483, just off County Road 89 in the Kinston area.

Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered a deceased individual at the scene.

Officials later indicated the shooting stemmed from a domestic dispute between two individuals, though additional details have not yet been released.

Authorities identified the suspect as Joseph Levi Jackson, who was wanted in connection with the shooting death of his father.

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Jackson was initially reported to have fled the scene on foot and was considered armed and dangerous.

The search involved multiple agencies, including the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department, Covington County Sheriff’s Office, Geneva County Sheriff’s Office, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), including troopers and State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) agents.

State tracking dogs were deployed as part of the coordinated search effort, particularly near Hattaway Road and Charolais Road, off Covington County Road 89.

Jackson was last described as wearing a black and red flannel shirt, blue jeans, and a black baseball cap.

Law enforcement urged residents not to approach the suspect and to contact 911 with any information.

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Following an intensive search, Sheriff Byrd confirmed that Jackson was located and taken into custody without further incident.

Authorities have not yet announced formal charges but confirmed that the investigation is being led by ALEA.

The suspect’s temporary flight prompted Kinston School to delay its opening on Monday morning. School officials later announced a full closure for the day out of an abundance of caution.

In a statement, school administrators thanked local law enforcement for their swift and professional response, emphasizing that the safety of students, staff, and families remains their top priority.

The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue processing the scene and gathering additional information.

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