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14-Year-Old Arrested for Fatal Shooting of 12-Year-Old

4/13/2026

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A 14-year-old boy was arrested for murder of a 12-year-old in southeast Atlanta on Sunday.
The shooting occurred inside a home while the boys were reportedly playing with guns, APD reported.
The 12-year-old was critically injured and died at a hospital.
Authorities have not disclosed the motive or identities of those involved.
APD Capt. Germain Dearlove urged community cooperation and called on adults to secure firearms.

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A 14-year-old boy was arrested for murder of a 12-year-old in southeast Atlanta on Sunday.
The shooting occurred inside a home while the boys were reportedly playing with guns, APD reported.
The 12-year-old was critically injured and died at a hospital.
Authorities have not disclosed the motive or identities of those involved.
APD Capt. Germain Dearlove urged community cooperation and called on adults to secure firearms.