Crime
Burke County Woman Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter in Boyfriend’s Shooting Death
BURKE COUNTY, GA – A 25-year-old Burke County woman has been charged with involuntary manslaughter following the domestic shooting death of her boyfriend early Sunday morning, Sheriff Alfonzo Williams announced Tuesday.
Hannah Cobb, of Keysville, is accused of fatally shooting 30-year-old Telvin Osborne in the master bedroom of their shared home, where they lived with their two children.
The Burke County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) responded to the incident at approximately 5:45 a.m. on Sunday in the 800 block of Four Points Road near Waynesboro.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered Osborne with a single gunshot wound to the chest. He was immediately transported to a hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
During a Tuesday press conference, Sheriff Williams emphasized that the shooting was not accidental, despite earlier claims.
“It is reckless to go out and then get drunk and introduce a firearm into an argument,” Williams stated, explaining why Cobb was charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Authorities revealed that the fatal altercation followed an argument and a night of drinking.
The dispute turned physical, involving pushing and shoving, before Cobb fired the shot that killed Osborne.
An incident report states that Cobb initially told investigators that she and Osborne had been out all night and had just returned home.
She claimed that while checking her firearm “as they do every night,” the gun discharged, striking Osborne in the chest.
She also stated that she believed the handgun’s safety was engaged while she was handling it.
However, Sheriff Williams dismissed social media claims that Cobb had been cleaning the weapon at the time of the shooting, stating that such allegations were false.
While Cobb has been formally charged, the BCSO Criminal Investigation Division (CID) continues to examine evidence and obtain search warrants to gain a clearer understanding of the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Sheriff Williams commended CID investigators for their swift action in bringing charges within 48 hours.
Despite the legal proceedings, the case remains open, and additional details may emerge as the investigation progresses.
The tragic shooting has left family members and the community in shock, particularly given the complex nature of Cobb and Osborne’s relationship as co-parents.
Authorities continue to encourage anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward as they work toward justice and clarity in this case.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.