Gwinnett County police have arrested two suspects in connection with a shooting stemming from a road rage altercation in Peachtree Corners.
Just the facts:
• The shooting occurred on Nov. 25 in a parking lot at 3466 Holcomb Bridge Road in Peachtree Corners.
• Police say a dispute between a white BMW and another vehicle escalated after an exchange of flashing headlights.
• Security footage shows a physical altercation between the vehicles’ occupants before one person was shot.
• The suspects were identified as Paola Nicole Cruz Pena, 21, and David Jesus Ravelo Cedeno, 25, both from Riverdale.
• Pena faces charges of aggravated assault, battery, and tampering with evidence.
• Cedeno is charged with multiple crimes, including three counts of aggravated assault, reckless conduct, and firing a weapon under the influence.
• Both suspects were apprehended in Riverdale and are being held in the Gwinnett County Jail.
The Security Video: Here is the security video of the road rage incident that preceded the shooting.
How you can help: Police are seeking additional information about the incident. Witnesses or individuals with knowledge are encouraged to contact Gwinnett County detectives at 770-513-5300. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or via www.stopcrimeATL.com. Tipsters may receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment.
No injuries beyond the shooting victim have been reported, and police have not disclosed the condition of the individual injured in the altercation.
👮♂️ 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.
