Crime
Suspect Quantrevion Caldwell wanted for the murder of Gregory Martez Patton in Carrollton
Authorities are urging the public to assist in locating Caldwell.
The victim of a fatal shooting that occurred early this morning in Carrollton, Georgia has been identified as Gregory Martez Patton, age 34.
The suspect, Quantrevion Desean Caldwell, 26, is currently wanted on an outstanding murder warrant in connection with the incident.
Authorities are urging the public to assist in locating Caldwell.
The shooting incident took place around 2:30 a.m. on 6th Street, following a 911 call reporting a gunshot victim.
Responding officers immediately provided medical aid to the injured man, who was subsequently transported to Tanner Medical Center.
Sadly, Patton succumbed to his injuries.
Carrollton police investigators are actively working to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and pursue leads related to the case.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
The public is encouraged to contact the Carrollton Police Department at 770-834-4451 and request to speak with an investigator if they have any information that could assist in the ongoing investigation. All callers will remain anonymous.
Crime
18-year-old Kyler Naely charged for the murder in shooting death of 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams
An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged in a deadly shooting that occurred in October, which claimed the life of a 16-year-old and injured another.
The incident began on October 6, 2024, shortly after 12:45 a.m., when officers were called to a shooting on I-244 near Yale Avenue.
Upon arrival, they discovered a gray SUV riddled with bullet holes and shattered windows. Investigators determined that seven people were inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Two occupants of the vehicle suffered gunshot wounds.
One victim, 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams, sustained critical injuries and succumbed to them several weeks later. The other victim suffered a minor gunshot wound to the arm and survived.
Preliminary investigations revealed the incident was linked to a fight at the Tulsa State Fair earlier that evening.
Witnesses reported that the altercation, which occurred as the group was leaving the fairgrounds, likely escalated into the highway shooting.
Following an in-depth investigation, Tulsa Police Homicide Detectives identified 18-year-old Kyler Naely as the suspect responsible for the shooting.
On November 19, 2024, Naely was arrested, charged with first-degree murder, and booked into the Tulsa County Jail.
Authorities emphasize that the case remains under investigation and are urging anyone with additional information to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers can remain anonymous.