The Details: Roswell detectives and North Fulton SWAT were at the home to arrest a man accused of firing a handgun into the air at a party on New Year’s Eve. Authorities had warrants for reckless conduct, illegal firearm use, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The man’s extensive history of violent crimes is the reason for the SWAT presence, according to police.
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Officer Shot and Suspect Killed in Roswell SWAT Standoff

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January 17, 2025
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A police officer is recovering, and a suspect is dead following gunfire in Roswell. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been called to handle the case.

Just The Facts:

  • When: Afternoon of January 17.
  • Where: A home on Ansley Drive in Roswell.
  • What Happened: Officers were serving search and arrest warrants connected to a December 31 party incident.
  • Injuries: One SWAT officer was hit in the chest. A ballistic vest absorbed most of the impact, but shrapnel caused minor injuries.
  • Outcome: The suspect who fired at police was fatally shot.

The Details: Roswell detectives and North Fulton SWAT were at the home to arrest a man accused of firing a handgun into the air at a party on New Year’s Eve. Authorities had warrants for reckless conduct, illegal firearm use, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The man’s extensive history of violent crimes is the reason for the SWAT presence, according to police.

During the operation, a suspect fled out the back door and opened fire, hitting an officer. The officer returned fire, killing the suspect at the scene.

By The Numbers:

  • 1 injured officer expected to recover.
  • 1 suspect deceased at the scene.
  • Incident stems from 3 warrants related to the December party.

In Context: Shootings involving law enforcement are under heightened scrutiny nationwide.

The Details: Roswell detectives and North Fulton SWAT were at the home to arrest a man accused of firing a handgun into the air at a party on New Year’s Eve. Authorities had warrants for reckless conduct, illegal firearm use, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The man’s extensive history of violent crimes is the reason for the SWAT presence, according to police.
B.T. Clark
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B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.


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