The Gist: A fatal police shooting occurred at a Waffle House in Norcross, Georgia, on April 18, ending with the death of a suspect wanted for robbery.
The Details: The incident unfolded after 6:30 p.m. when Gwinnett County Police attempted a traffic stop in the parking lot of the Waffle House located at 7044 Jimmy Carter Blvd. The suspect, driving a red SUV and wanted on four outstanding warrants from Hall County, engaged in gunfire with police after initially complying with the stop.
The situation escalated into a chase on Jimmy Carter Blvd., culminating in the suspect’s vehicle spinning out and the suspect exchanging gunfire with an officer, who then returned fire, fatally wounding him. No other injuries were reported, and the area was closed for investigation.
The Big Picture: This event is part of a broader national context involving police use of force as well as when to engage in a police chase.
What’s Next?: The GBI’s investigation will determine the next steps in this case, focusing on the actions leading up to and during the incident to guide potential policy and training adjustments.
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