The Gist: A child was found with multiple stab wounds while firefighters were investigating an apartment fire in Gwinnett County.
The Details: Shortly before 8 a.m., police and firefighters were dispatched to an apartment fire in Peachtree Corners. They discovered a 6-year-old boy with multiple stab wounds who was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The child was the only person in the apartment at the time of the fire.
At approximately 9:15 a.m., officers found a woman behind the building. Her clothing was wet, and she was wearing only one sock. She was taken into custody. Detectives are working to determine her involvement in this criminal investigation. At this point, detectives believe she also resided in the apartment where the child was found.
In Context: This incident is under criminal investigation, and detectives are working to determine the motive behind the stabbing.
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How You Can Help: Anyone with information about the case should contact GCPD detectives at 770.513.5300 or Crime Stoppers at 404.577.TIPS (8477) or www.stopcrimeATL.com. Anonymous tips can lead to a cash reward.
What’s Next?: The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are working to determine the woman’s involvement and the motive for the crime. The victim’s next of kin have not yet been notified.
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