DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating a second officer-involved shooting within hours of each other.
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Around 8:44 a.m., DeKalb County officers were called to the area of Southland Ridge and Southland Point in Stone Mountain.
Authorities received a call from a woman indicating that her son was making threats to harm himself.
When officers arrived, they found the man with the shotgun. The GBI identified the man as Israel Johnson, 23, of Atlanta.
DKPD said Johnson was given orders to drop the gun several times but he refused.
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The GBI said Johnson was holding the shotgun to his head.
Officials say, Johnson charged at the officers, and that’s when two officers fired several shots.
Johnson was shot once and first responders immediately rendered aid. He was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital where he is currently stable.
No other person was injured during the incident. The man’s age and identity were not released.
DKPD requested the GBI to investigate the shooting. The officers have been placed on administrative leave. Their identities were not released.
DeKalb County Police Chief Mirtha Ramos shared an update on Facebook.
DKPD investigates an Officer Involved ShootingPlease see the update below in reference to an incident near Southland Ridge and Southland Point with the facts as we know them at this time. We’re asking residents to stay clear of the area as the GBI investigates. Further updates will be provided by the GBI. #WeAreDKPD
Posted by DeKalb County Police Department on Sunday, August 11, 2024
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There are no ongoing threats to the community.
Earlier on Sunday morning, 26-year-old Marquavious Sims was shot and killed after a shootout with Athens-Clarke police at a Quik Trip.
Athens-Clarke police said the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave.
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