Atlanta, Georgia – Following a tragic shooting incident that took the lives of two individuals back in May, family members of the victims have reported that an arrest was made in connection to the case. The individual taken into custody remains unnamed at this time as police have not released any information regarding the arrest.
The shooting incident occurred on Mother’s Day at a club in Buckhead, where a single perpetrator opened fire, resulting in the death of 21-year-old Mari Creighton, a volleyball player at Albany State University, and 20-year-old Nakyris M. Ridley. Additionally, four other individuals sustained injuries during the incident.
While the police have not disclosed which of the victims was the intended target of the shooter, the family of Mari Creighton has since filed a lawsuit against the club, claiming that inadequate security measures led to the tragic events that claimed her life. The lawsuit alleges that the club failed to prevent the entry of an armed individual and maintain a safe environment for patrons.
In response to the incident, the city of Atlanta has taken legal action against the club, seeking a temporary restraining order and labeling the establishment as a public nuisance. The city aims to restrict alcohol sales on the premises to ensure the safety and well-being of the public.
Furthermore, recent investigations have revealed that over 1,100 off-duty Atlanta Police officers had worked security at the club in the past year, with only a few calls for violent crimes reported among the multitude of service calls. The club has since claimed to be unfairly targeted based on race following the legal actions taken against them.
As developments unfold in the aftermath of the tragic shooting, the community awaits further information on the arrest made in connection to the case and the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding the club involved in the incident. News of the arrest offers a glimmer of hope for the families of the victims seeking justice and closure in the wake of the devastating loss.