Man Fatally Shot in Ellenwood; Suspect Apprehended in Nearby Woods
ATLANTA, GA — A tragic scene unfolded late Thursday morning in DeKalb County as police responded to a deadly shooting in the Ellenwood community. One man is dead, and another is in custody following the incident, which occurred on the 4100 block of Loveless Drive, just off Bouldercrest Road, in what authorities are calling an “active and ongoing investigation.”
According to the DeKalb County Police Department, officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 11:22 a.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered a man, believed to be in his 40s, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Emergency responders attempted life-saving measures, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
In a swift response, law enforcement began canvassing the area and located the suspected shooter hiding in nearby woods. The individual was taken into custody without further incident, according to police. Authorities have not yet released the names of either the victim or the suspect, citing the early stage of the investigation and the need to notify next of kin.
Unclear Motive, Limited Details Released
Few concrete details have been released regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting. Police have not disclosed whether the victim and suspect knew each other, nor have they shared what may have prompted the fatal encounter.
“At this time, we are still piecing together what led to this tragic outcome,” a spokesperson for the DeKalb County Police Department stated. “Investigators are actively interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence at the scene to determine what occurred.”
The residential neighborhood of Ellenwood, typically described by residents as quiet and family-oriented, was shaken by the heavy police presence and crime scene tape that cordoned off much of Loveless Drive during the investigation.
“I’ve lived here for over 20 years, and this kind of thing doesn’t happen often,” said a neighbor who asked not to be identified. “It’s just really heartbreaking — whoever that man was, he didn’t deserve to die like that.”
Community Impact and Next Steps
As detectives continue their investigation, the DeKalb County Police Department has urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Witnesses, security footage from homes in the area, and forensic evidence will all be critical in building a timeline of events and determining whether charges will be filed in the coming days.
While the motive and relationship between the suspect and victim remain unclear, police have reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the community. The suspect, whose identity is expected to be released pending formal charges, remains in custody at the DeKalb County Jail.
The shooting adds to a troubling pattern of gun violence that has impacted communities across the metro Atlanta area in recent months. City and county officials have reiterated their commitment to addressing violent crime and ensuring justice is served in each case.
Ongoing Coverage
This is a developing story. More information, including the names of those involved and potential charges, will be made available as police complete their investigation. The DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office is expected to conduct an autopsy in the coming days to determine the official cause of death.
In the meantime, members of the Ellenwood community are left grappling with shock and sadness — another life lost to senseless violence, and another reminder of the urgent need for peace and accountability in our neighborhoods.
Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact the DeKalb County Police Department Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers Atlanta.