Family says young man killed at event in northwest Atlanta got caught in crossfire of argument

ATLANTA — The household of 21-year-old Akquan Williams is talking solely to Channel 2. He was killed whereas he was out with associates in Northwest Atlanta.

“I used to be referred to as about 12:30,” stated Akil Williams.

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It was a name that Akil Williams stated no father needs to get.

“Considered one of his good associates referred to as me and the way in which he referred to as me, I instantly knew, as a result of he took a pause.”

Williams stated he knew his son was useless. He instantly rushed to the scene on Bishop Avenue in Northwest Atlanta, early Monday morning.

“I drove all the way in which to Atlantic Station and the entire thing was blocked off.”

Williams stated at first, he was supplied little or no info. Atlanta police informed Channel 2 that one man was shot and the sufferer was a Black man between the ages of 20-25. Police additionally stated the sufferer most likely wasn’t from Atlanta.

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Williams stated his son was greater than only a obscure description.

“He had a reputation. His identify is Akquan Williams. He was 21 years previous and he’s from Metro Atlanta.”

Williams stated his son had a reputation and he had a household who cherished him.

Williams stated he was informed that there was an occasion on Bishop Avenue and an argument began over a lady, between some younger males.

The lads began capturing and his son was hit and killed within the crossfire.

“Two within the chest and one within the abdomen,” stated Williams.

Kamila Williams is Akquan’s aunt. She stated this incident has been robust for the household.

“It’s devastating for our household, that that is the brand new actuality.”

Aidan is Akquan’s little brother. He echoes that ache.

“I simply talked to him, the evening earlier than. We had dialog after which the subsequent day, he’s simply gone.”

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