Crime
Five-Year-Old Killed, Two Others Injured in Americus Shooting
Authorities have not yet made any arrests in connection with the shooting.
Americus, GA – A tragic shooting in Americus on Saturday night, February 8, 2025, claimed the life of a five-year-old girl and left two others injured, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
At approximately 8:30 p.m., Americus Police Department officers responded to reports of shots fired in the 600 block of Eastview Circle.
Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Peyton Brielle Roberts, 5, of Americus, was among the victims.
She was immediately transported to Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, where she succumbed to her injuries.
A 19-year-old male was also taken to Phoebe Sumter Medical Center before being transferred to another facility, where he remains in critical condition.
A third victim, whose identity has not been released, sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Authorities have not yet made any arrests in connection with the shooting.
GBI agents and Americus Police investigators are actively conducting interviews and working to determine the circumstances leading up to the incident.
Officials urge anyone with information to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the following channels:
- GBI Regional Investigative Office: (229) 931-2439
- Americus Police Department: (229) 924-3677
- GBI Tip Line: 1-800-597-8477
This remains an active investigation, and updates will be provided as more details emerge.
CHICAGO — A 37-year-old Chicago photographer was fatally shot Sunday night in the West Pullman neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department.
The victim was identified as Troy Hollingsworth, owner of PolaBear Red Filmz.
Police said Hollingsworth was seated inside his Nissan Maxima in the 100 block of East 118th Place at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, when an unknown individual opened fire.
Hollingsworth was struck multiple times and was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities confirmed.
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Additional details have not been released as the investigation remains ongoing.