Crime
Pickens VA Clinic Shooting Suspect Identified as Lawrence Michels
Nicholas “Nic” Crews, 34, of Marietta, was working as a Social Work Case Manager at the clinic when he was killed.
Authorities in Jasper continue to investigate a tragic and high-profile shooting that occurred at the Pickens VA Clinic, resulting in the deaths of two individuals.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirmed that agents were requested by the Jasper Police Department to investigate an officer-involved shooting that unfolded on March 17 at the VA outpatient clinic located on East Church Street.
According to investigators, 34-year-old Nicholas “Nic” Crews of Marietta was working as a social work case manager at the clinic when he was shot by 51-year-old Lawrence Charles Michels of Jasper.
Authorities say Michels had arrived at the clinic seeking a walk-in mental health consultation.
The shooting occurred inside the facility at approximately 1:30 p.m. Crews sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to a trauma center.
Despite extensive medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries the following day, March 18.
Following the shooting inside the clinic, investigators say Michels exited the building while still armed with a handgun.
Outside, he encountered responding law enforcement officers as well as an armed civilian. An exchange of gunfire ensued between Michels, officers, and the civilian.
Michels was struck during the exchange and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities confirmed that no law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The case remains under active investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Additional details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Two Brothers and Their Sister Found Dead Inside Mount Holly Home After Postal Worker Discovers 911 Note
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — Law enforcement officials are investigating the deaths of three individuals after a postal worker made a disturbing discovery at a Mount Holly residence on Friday, November 6.
Emergency responders were dispatched to a home on Winding Way after a mail carrier noticed a heavily taped, handwritten message on the front door instructing anyone who saw it to call 911.
The note reportedly contained drawings of two unhappy faces with crosses over their eyes alongside the text “9-1-1 Inside.”
Upon entering the residence, responding Mount Holly Police officers discovered three deceased individuals inside the home.
Preliminary reports indicate that officers encountered a significant amount of blood within the property, though official investigators have not yet publicly detailed the exact scene conditions.
While law enforcement has not formally released the victims’ names pending official identification and next-of-kin notifications, neighbors identified the deceased as three siblings in their 60s who had resided in the neighborhood for many years: Roslyn (or Rosalind) Monk, Randy Monk, and William “Will” Monk.
Community members described the residents as quiet and friendly, expressing shock over the sudden tragedy in their neighborhood.
The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office, in coordination with the Mount Holly Township Police Department, has launched a full investigation into the incident.
Autopsies are currently underway by medical examiners to determine the exact cause and manner of death for all three individuals.
Officials have not yet confirmed whether foul play or a homicide is suspected, and no information regarding potential suspects has been released.
Our deepest thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to the family, loved ones, and Mount Holly community affected by this devastating loss.