Atlanta Police Department
Coverage of Atlanta Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- Brother of Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell charged in mother’s murder
The brother of Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell, Ciarre Campbell, was charged with murder and aggravated assault in connection with the stabbing death of their mother, Nateal Campbell. The family has requested privacy amid the investigation, and Ciarre Campbell remains in jail pending trial.
- Dustin Poirier says he needs help after airport arrest video surfaces
Dustin Poirier was arrested at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport on a public drunkenness charge after being denied boarding a Delta flight. He admitted needing help in a social media post, citing struggles with retirement from fighting and the impact of alcohol. Poirier stated he is working to improve his mental state and avoid repeating family patterns.
- Impeachment sought against federal judge over alleged sex in chambers, lying to investigators
Two Georgia Republicans introduced impeachment resolutions against U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross, alleging she engaged in sexual activity in her chambers, attended a partisan political event, and lied to investigators. Ross, a federal judge since 2014, faces potential removal through impeachment, with the House Judiciary Committee deciding next steps.
- One of Atlanta Police Department's Top 5 Most Wanted Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearm Charge
Marcus Lydell Molden, Jr., listed on the Atlanta Police Department’s top five fugitives list, pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by a felon. He also faces charges in Fulton County for violent crimes and gang-related offenses.
- MIKE DAVIS: Disgraced Georgia judge must leave the bench over sex scandal
U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross faces calls for resignation or impeachment over an extramarital affair with Atlanta deputy police chief Kelley Collier, which occurred in her chambers during work hours. Ross also attended an illegal partisan fundraiser for Fani Willis, lied about the affair, retaliated against staff, and received a private reprimand. The Eleventh Circuit Judicial Council noted she avoided presiding over cases involving Collier's division by chance.
- WATCH: Illegal street racing 'takeover' explodes as hundreds swarm streets and suspects bolt
A large illegal street racing event in Atlanta, Georgia, involved over 200 individuals causing chaos at an intersection, leading to 18 arrests, a juvenile citation, and recovery of firearms. Police pursued suspects on foot and in vehicles, emphasizing zero tolerance for such activities.
- Atlanta teen arrested for murder after fatal shooting of 12-year-old inside home
A 14-year-old Atlanta teen was arrested for murder after fatally shooting a 12-year-old boy in a southeast Atlanta home. Police reported the incident occurred during a play session with guns, and the investigation is ongoing with no public details on the motive.