MARIETTA — In a heart-wrenching incident, a one-year-old boy was shot and later pronounced dead at Kennestone Hospital on September 5. The tragedy unfolded in an apartment at 1631 White Circle, leading to the arrest of a Marietta man on multiple charges.
The Incident
According to Cobb County Police Department, officers arrived at the scene at about 5 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. The young victim was found suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite life-saving efforts by Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services and police, the child did not survive his injuries.
According to warrants, Clark left the gun where the child could access it and the child shot himself.
Suspect Apprehended
The suspect, identified as Conrad C. Clark, 30, of Marietta, faces charges of involuntary manslaughter, reckless conduct, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Cobb County authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.
Ongoing Investigation
Anyone with additional information is encouraged to reach out to detectives at 770-499-4111 or by email at cobbpolicecrimetips@cobbcounty.org. The case remains under active investigation.
👮♂️ Gun Crimes in Our Communities: Here are statistics from The Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit meticulously tracking gun incidents.
2023 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 39,135
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 18,874
- Gun-related injuries: 36,357
- Mass shootings: 656
2022 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 42,064
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 20,200
- Gun-related injuries: 38,500
- Mass shootings: 647
While firearm deaths and injuries saw a slight decline compared to previous years, mass shootings continued to rise, with 2023 surpassing 650 incidents. This underscores the continued severity of gun violence in the U.S.
To Be Clear: These aren’t just digits on a page. Each statistic represents a life affected, a community shaken.
⚠️ Reminder: Crime articles contain only charges and information from police reports and law enforcement statements. Suspects and defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
