Teen Charged in SW Atlanta Shooting

17-year-old Kez Crenshaw faces multiple felony counts after altercation with girlfriend's family member

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A 17-year-old male has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by a person under the age of 18 in connection with a shooting incident in southwest Atlanta on February 14th. The victim, who was the boyfriend of the suspect's girlfriend, was shot in the chest but is reported to be alert, conscious, and breathing after being transported to Grady Hospital.

Why it matters

Gun violence involving teenagers is an ongoing concern in Atlanta, with the city seeing a rise in youth-related crimes in recent years. This incident highlights the need for continued community efforts to address the root causes of youth violence and provide more support and resources for at-risk youth.

The details

According to police, the incident occurred around 6:15 pm on February 14th when the victim arrived at a residence on Peyton Place SW demanding to speak with his girlfriend. When the girlfriend refused, one of her family members, identified as 17-year-old Kez Crenshaw, allegedly shot the victim in the chest. The victim was transported to Grady Hospital in stable condition.

  • The incident occurred around 6:15 pm on February 14th, 2026.

The players

Kez Crenshaw

A 17-year-old male who has been charged with aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by a person under the age of 18 in connection with the shooting.

The Victim

The boyfriend of Kez Crenshaw's girlfriend, who was shot in the chest but is reported to be in stable condition at Grady Hospital.

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What’s next

The suspect, Kez Crenshaw, has been taken to Fulton County Jail and is currently being held in their custody. The judge will determine whether to grant him bail at a future hearing.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenge of youth violence in Atlanta and the need for comprehensive community-based solutions to address the root causes and provide support for at-risk youth before conflicts escalate to gun violence.