Crime
21-year-old Jaden Lewis charged for the murder of 46-year-old Justin Mourning in Alpharetta
Alpharetta, GA – Alpharetta Police Detectives have arrested 21-year-old Jaden Lewis of Milton, Georgia on charges of Murder and Aggravated Assault.
The arrest comes less than 24 hours after the fatal shooting of Justin Mourning, which occurred in the downtown area of Alpharetta.
On Wednesday evening, September 11, 2024, Alpharetta Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Highway 9 and Milton Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers discovered one gunshot victim who was transported to a local hospital and later died.
The initial investigation revealed that the incident stemmed from a verbal altercation between two individuals.
The Alpharetta Police Department has released several images of the suspect involved in the recent fatal shooting in the downtown area. The suspect is described as a male riding a motorcycle wearing a black jacket with white patches, black pants, a helmet, and gloves.
In one of the images, the suspect is seen pointing a gun. Police believe the images were captured by a witness’s dashcam.
Following the shooting, police located multiple shell casings and spoke with several witnesses. Investigators believe the incident was the result of an argument between the victim and the motorcycle operator.
“It seems that this shooting escalated from a verbal argument that took place on the roadway,” stated Captain Andrew Splawn of the Alpharetta Police Department.
The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety extends its gratitude to the numerous citizens who provided valuable information that led to the arrest of Jaden Lewis.
Christian County, Mo. — A deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office was fatally shot during a traffic stop along State Highway 160 near Highlandville, prompting the issuance of a statewide Blue Alert.
Authorities have since confirmed that the suspect has not been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck when the suspect opened fire.
The deputy was struck during the encounter and later died from his injuries.
Following the shooting, the suspect fled the scene traveling southbound on Highway 160.
A Blue Alert was issued to warn the public and assist in locating the suspect vehicle, described as a black pickup truck with silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball hitch.
The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
Authorities advised the public not to approach the vehicle if spotted and to call 911 immediately, providing as much information as possible while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is located just south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area frequently traveled by residents and visitors to the Ozarks.
Law enforcement agencies across the region coordinated efforts to apprehend the suspect, who was ultimately located and taken into custody.
Officials have not yet released additional details regarding the circumstances of the arrest.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Authorities have expressed condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the broader community as they mourn the loss of a fallen officer.