Atlanta, GA
Shooting at southeast Atlanta gas station brings back painful memories for family
ATLANTA – Carletta Ford says a deadly shooting at a southeast Atlanta gas station has brought back painful memories over a similar murder in the same area about a year-and-a-half ago.
George Zachary Andrews, 38, was gunned down at the Texaco gas station located in the 1600 block of Lakewood Avenue SE near McDonough Boulevard SE in the Lakewood Heights neighborhood early Wednesday morning. He died after being rushed to an area hospital.
Video shows the violent scene. It is one of about eight shootings, some of which were deadly, over the last 18 months in and around that scene.
Ford says her aunt, 63-year-old Lashunder ‘Sheree’ Edge, was one of those. She was shot and killed in March 2022.
“It brought back so many feelings like anger. It just started all over for me,” Carletta Ford said.
At least 8 shootings have happened near the corner of Lakewood Avenue and Jonesboro Road in southeast Atlanta in the last 18 months. (FOX 5)
Ford’s emotions are still fresh as she hasn’t received closure yet for murder of the woman who was like a mother to her.
“It was like I relived last year of March 1st, getting a phone call that my aunt was murdered during a drive-by, while going to cash in a winning lottery ticket,” Ford said.
It was more than just a tragic end to a dear member of Ford’s family, but also a beloved member of the community.
“When it happened, everybody, everybody from the neighborhood showed up, and it just showed the type of person that she was,” Ford said.
She says she is sadly no stranger to violence. In fact, it was one of the things that bonded her closer to her aunt.
“My mother was murdered in ’98 from gun violence. I was 11-years-old, so my aunt was the mother for me. She was the grandmother to my kids,” Ford said.
The gas station and nearby area is not a stranger to crime.
Video from August 20, show the scene after an innocent woman was shot. Police say she was caught in the crossfires as two people were arguing.
Weeks before, a double shooting sent to people to the hospital after a house party.
Another incident was on March 29, 2022, where a car crashed after a man was shot and killed while behind the wheel on Lakewood Avenue. Several cars and a home were damaged.
A sign asks people to “Please put the guns away” after a deadly shooting. (Supplied)
As the search continues for who shot and killed Lashunder Edge, the family of Lashunder ‘Sheree’ Edge wants peace in the community, something they’ve longed for so long.
“It’s everywhere. I know it’s everywhere, not just there, but put the guns down,” Ford said.
Many of these cases still have no arrest in connection. Contact Atlanta Police or Crime Stoppers Atlanta with any information. Tipster can remain anonymous.
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5 Atlanta events you won’t want to miss: May 16-22
Exhibit opening of Rhythm and Resilience: The Artistry of Sam Middleton
When: May 17, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: Hammonds House Museum
Cost: $5-$10, free for museum members
Details: Middleton, a pioneering mixed-media artist who grew up amidst the Harlem Renaissance and took inspiration from living in the Netherlands, will get fresh consideration in a new exhibit at the Hammonds House Museum in West End. The exhibit, which runs through August, will kick off with an opening reception on Friday evening. Enjoy small bites and music while you peruse Middleton’s enlightened work.
Red Bull Dance Your Style National Finals
When: May 17-18
Where: Underground Atlanta
Cost: $20
Details: Atlanta will host the national finals for Red Bull’s street dance competition, featuring a face-off between sixteen finalists, some of the most talented street dancers in the country. The winner—decided by crowd vote—will head to the World Finals in India later this year. There will also be dance workshops in multiple styles, open to anyone, and a performance from hip-hop icon Soulja Boy. This high-octane event is open to all ages, so bring even the littlest dancers.
Marietta Greek Festival
When: May 17-19
Where: Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, Marietta
Cost: $5, kids under 12 free
Details: Opa! Enjoy all things Greek—notably food, but also music, dance, faith, art, and again, food—at this popular annual festival hosted by Marietta’s Greek Orthodox Church. All three days feature a lineup of dance performances showcasing traditional and contemporary Greek dance styles, as well as “learn to dance” classes open to anyone who wants to learn. There’s also an artist market and tours of the beautiful, Byzantine-style church. And, of course, food to delight the senses: dolmades, spanakopita, baklava, souvlaki . . . you may have to come back multiple days to enjoy the entire menu.
Virginia-Highland Porchfest
When: May 18, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: Virginia-Highland
Cost: Free
Details: The leafy neighborhood of Virginia-Highland becomes the city’s most vibrant outdoor festival for this one-day-only event. Dozens of bands will play live music from porches around Virginia-Highland, most of them scattered along Barnett Street, Adair Avenue, and surrounding streets. There’s also a Kids Corner play area, a costume-filled 1k Rock n’ Run, and artist vendors, plus food and drinks from local food trucks.
Indie Craft Experience Summer Market
When: May 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Monday Night Brewing Garage
Cost: $5, kids under 12 free
Details: Peruse a wide array of local artists and crafts makers at this market pop-up, located inside Monday Night Brewing Garage off the Westside BeltLine. Pick up everything from handmade cards and candles to jewelry, paintings, and local coffee—great gifts for graduates, teacher thank-yous, and anyone else in need of a thoughtful local gift. Come early for a free favor: the first 100 people in line get a custom Indie Craft Experience tote bag.
Sports corner: Atlanta home games
- The Braves host the San Diego Padres at Truist Park for a four-game matchup May 17-20. Info here.
- The Atlanta Dream host the Dallas Wings for their first home game of the 2024 season at Gateway Center Arena in College Park. Info here.
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Woman shoots woman during incident Wednesday night, Atlanta police say
ATLANTA – Atlanta police say a woman was arrested for shooting another woman on Wednesday night.
Officers responded to a person shot call in the 3000 block of Jonesboro Road near Hutchens Road SE around 11:10 p.m. May 15. Upon arrival, they learned that a woman had been transported to a hospital with gunshot wounds.
The officers went to the hospital to interview the victim. The victim told police that she was shot by another woman and gave police a description of the woman and the vehicle she was driving.
Units canvassed the area and located the vehicle near Cleveland Avenue. Police say the woman tried to escape but crashed her vehicle on Jonesboro Road.
The woman was arrested and a gun was found in her car.
The suspect has been identified as Briana Abner. She has been charged with aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.
The incident is still under investigation. FOX 5 has reached out for a mug shot.
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