Grove Park Grandma Slain In West Atlanta Home As Family Demands Answers

Relatives say suspect remains free after Tracey Taylor, 57, was killed in her West Atlanta home on Jan. 17; police ask anyone with information to call 404-577-TIPS.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Tracey Taylor, a 57-year-old mother of seven and grandmother of 11, was found stabbed to death in her West Atlanta house on Jan. 17. Her family says the suspect is still free and they are pushing for answers, urging both detectives and neighbors to come forward with any information that could lead to an arrest. Atlanta police briefly detained a person of interest but did not file any charges, and the motive remains unclear.

Why it matters

Taylor was known as a steady presence on her block, keeping an eye on neighborhood children and often helping those in need. Her death has shaken the community, and her family is determined to ensure the investigation does not stall out without justice being served.

The details

On Jan. 17, officers were called to Taylor's home on the 1800 block of Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway NW after a man inside the home went to check on her and found her unresponsive. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators briefly detained a person of interest nearby but did not file any charges, and police have not released a possible motive.

  • On Jan. 17, Taylor was found stabbed to death in her West Atlanta home.
  • Since the killing, Taylor's family says sleep and food have been an afterthought as they push for answers.

The players

Tracey Taylor

A 57-year-old mother of seven and grandmother of 11 who was known as a steady presence on her block, keeping an eye on neighborhood children and often helping those in need.

Danielle Taylor

Taylor's daughter, who is pushing publicly for answers and urging anyone with information to contact detectives.

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What they’re saying

“I need justice for my mom. We need justice for her.”

— Danielle Taylor, Taylor's daughter (Atlanta News First)

What’s next

Detectives are still processing evidence and have asked residents to check any doorbell camera or dash-cam footage from Jan. 17 that might help fill in the gaps of what happened to Tracey Taylor inside her West Atlanta home.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of community engagement and the need for swift action in homicide investigations, especially when the suspect remains at large. The Taylor family's determination to seek justice for their loved one underscores the lasting impact of such tragedies on families and neighborhoods.