Crime
Female wounded after shooting at South Cobb High School, one suspect in custody
There is still one outstanding male suspect believed to be involved.
The Cobb County Police Department is currently responding to an active shooting incident at South Cobb High School, located off Austell Road.
One female victim has been confirmed with a gunshot wound and is receiving medical attention.
Law enforcement believes one male suspect has been detained in connection with the shooting.
However, there is still one outstanding male suspect believed to be involved.
Multiple reports are indicating shooting occurred at the middle school football game at South Cobb High School. A cheer coach has been confirmed as a victim with a gunshot wound.
The school is on lockdown, and students and staff are being sheltered in place.
Cobb County Police Department K-9 units are actively searching for the outstanding suspect.
An Atlanta Police Department helicopter has been dispatched to provide aerial support.
However, based on new information obtained by officers on the ground, the K-9 search has been discontinued.
The Atlanta Police Department helicopter has been instructed to stand down.
The nature of the new information is currently unknown.
Parents are being asked to avoid the area and to monitor local news outlets for updates.
Crime
One Suspect Released Without Charges in Connection to Officer Enrique Martinez’s Fatal Shooting
Authorities have confirmed that one of the two individuals detained in connection with the fatal shooting of Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez has been released without any charges filed.
Police initially took both individuals into custody on Monday night after the tragic incident that claimed the life of the 26-year-old officer.
After conducting further inquiries, investigators determined that one of the detainees had no involvement in the shooting and subsequently released them without any charges.
The second individual remains in custody as police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Officer Martinez’s death.
The investigation remains active, and detectives are thoroughly examining all evidence and statements related to the incident.
Additional updates will be provided as the case progresses, and law enforcement officials are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward.