An Atlanta police officer was shot and killed outside a Douglas County home during what investigators say was an apparent early morning break-in attempt.
  • Off-duty Atlanta officer killed during a break-in; homeowner shot in self-defense.
  • Shooting occurred early Friday in Andrews Country Club.
  • Investigator Aubree Horton, the officer, lived nearby; possibly had a mental health issue or substance influence.
  • APD and Douglass County Sheriff’s Office investigating; Horton served in APD’s Fugitive Unit since 2015.
  • Flying Squid@lemmy.world
    266·
    2 days ago

    If that’s the case, then the gang thing is probably unlikely.

    But I do think that the whole ‘police gang’ thing needs more scrutiny because there is no way L.A. is the only county with such things.

    • 5in1k@lemm.ee
      8·
      1 day ago

      I mean police were originally extortion gangs and slave catchers. They are a state sanctioned gang.