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Accused Killer Christopher Ates Faces Judge for Eboni Anderson Murder
Surveillance footage shows shooting outside Palmetto Elementary School during DoorDash delivery
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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Christopher Ates, accused of the February shooting death of his girlfriend Eboni Anderson, was ordered to face a grand jury after a judge found probable cause for six charges, including malice murder. Prosecutors say Ates gunned down Anderson while she was delivering a DoorDash order to a teacher at Palmetto Elementary School, and that the shooting was captured on school surveillance cameras. Ates then allegedly fled, leading police on a high-speed chase that ended with him crashing his car.
Why it matters
The case has raised concerns about domestic violence and the safety of gig workers, as Anderson was killed while on the job making a delivery. It also highlights the role of surveillance footage in criminal investigations and the challenges of keeping schools secure.
The details
Investigators presented surveillance footage that they say captures the moment Ates shot and killed Anderson. According to prosecutors, Anderson was working as a DoorDash driver and had just picked up a Chick-fil-A order when the shooting occurred. Ates was reportedly in the vehicle with Anderson as she drove to Palmetto Elementary School to drop the food off for a teacher. When officers arrived, they found Anderson's body on the ground directly in front of the school with six shell casings nearby. Police also discovered bags containing Ates' identification at the scene. Following the shooting, investigators say Ates fled, leading Houston County police on a pursuit during which he allegedly struck a semi-truck while his toddler was inside the vehicle.
- The shooting occurred in February 2026.
- The court hearing took place on March 9, 2026.
The players
Christopher Ates
The 34-year-old man accused of murdering his girlfriend, Eboni Anderson, outside Palmetto Elementary School.
Eboni Anderson
The 34-year-old woman who was shot and killed while delivering a DoorDash order to a teacher at Palmetto Elementary School.
Fulton County Schools Police Investigator Carlos Dixon
The investigator who testified about the severity of the attack on Eboni Anderson.
What they’re saying
“She was shot multiple times. On her body and also in the head.”
— Carlos Dixon, Fulton County Schools Police Investigator (fox5atlanta.com)
“I believe that maybe she was kicking him out of the car.”
— Carlos Dixon, Fulton County Schools Police Investigator (fox5atlanta.com)
What’s next
The case against Christopher Ates is expected to be heard by a Fulton County grand jury for indictment. Ates remains held in jail without bond.
The takeaway
This tragic case highlights the dangers gig workers face and the ongoing issue of domestic violence. It underscores the importance of surveillance footage in criminal investigations and the need for improved safety measures to protect workers and the public, especially in and around schools.
