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Guilty Pleas: Men Who Chased Boys, Opened Fire Killing One – COURT UPDATE

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Southside neighborhood (30315) – Two men have pleaded guilty to charges in a tragic Atlanta shooting where young boys were chased and shot at, leaving one dead and another seriously injured. Prosecutors say the men pursued the victims through the Southside neighborhood before opening fire, an act described as deliberate and reckless. The incident shocked the community, reigniting calls for stronger action against gun violence. Court officials confirmed the guilty pleas during a morning hearing, with sentencing set later this month. Families of the victims, along with local leaders, continue to demand tougher measures to protect youth and prevent similar tragedies in the future.

Guilty Pleas: Men Who Chased Boys, Opened Fire Killing One – COURT UPDATE

Key Facts

  • BREAKING: Two men plead guilty in deadly shooting of young boys.

  • IMPACT: One boy killed, another injured in the attack.

  • OFFICIAL SOURCE: “They pursued the victims and opened fire,” – District Attorney’s Office.

  • ACTION: Authorities urge residents to support anti-gun violence initiatives.

Impact Of Local News

  1. Precise Location:
    Southside neighborhood (30315) – near Jonesboro Road and McDonough Boulevard, Atlanta.

  2. Community Connection:
    “We’ve lost too many young lives to gun violence here.”
    – Angela Roberts, local shop owner.

  3. Visual Proof:
    @SouthsideWatcher – Taken during police response on Jonesboro Rd

Exclusive Angle

  • WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
    Shooting highlights escalating youth-targeted violence and pushes demand for tougher sentencing in Atlanta.

  • DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE:
    Fulton County Court records, plea deal transcript obtained by Newsbreak

Crisis Response

  • IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
    » Atlanta Crime Stoppers: (404) 577-TIPS
    » National Gun Violence Hotline: 1-800-789-SAFE

  • OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:
    “Gun violence is tearing families apart—we need community cooperation.”
    – DA Fani Willis, Fulton County District Attorney.

Community Pulse

“VOTE: Should plea deals be banned in violent gun crimes?
👍 Yes, tougher sentences 👎 No, case-by-case
Sound off in comments – city leaders watching responses”

Update Log

  • 9:00 AM: Court hearing confirms guilty pleas from two suspects.

  • 9:30 AM: Sentencing scheduled for later this month.

  • 10:15 AM: Victim’s family speaks out, calling for justice reform.

Alex
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