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Atlanta Chef Charged After Shooting Teens Over Theft Suspicions

12/13/2025

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Rakim Bradford, an Atlanta chef, faces aggravated assault and firearm possession charges after allegedly shooting two teenagers near his home on December 11, 2025.
The incident occurred around 3:40 p.m. as the teens, ages 15 and 16, were suspected of stealing packages, and authorities did not charge them.
One teen suffered a gunshot wound to the foot.
The other teen was shot in the arm and is expected to survive.

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Story summary

Rakim Bradford, an Atlanta chef, faces aggravated assault and firearm possession charges after allegedly shooting two teenagers near his home on December 11, 2025.
The incident occurred around 3:40 p.m. as the teens, ages 15 and 16, were suspected of stealing packages, and authorities did not charge them.
One teen suffered a gunshot wound to the foot.
The other teen was shot in the arm and is expected to survive.