Atlanta Attacks Leave Two Women Dead, Homeland Security Worker Among Victims

Suspect charged in violent spree across the city that also left a man critically injured.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 7:57pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a pair of broken eyeglasses, the lenses shattered and reflecting a harsh camera flash, conceptually representing the violence and tragedy of the recent attacks in Atlanta.The violent attacks have left the Atlanta community on edge and raised urgent questions about public safety.Atlanta Today

A 32-year-old Atlanta man has been arrested and charged in connection with a series of violent attacks across the city that left two women dead, including a Department of Homeland Security employee, and a man in critical condition. The attacks occurred over the course of just a few hours on Friday evening.

Why it matters

The tragic incidents have shaken the Atlanta community and raised concerns about public safety, especially given the involvement of a federal government worker. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the attacks and whether the victims were targeted or randomly selected.

The details

Police say the suspect, Damon Harris, allegedly carried out the attacks at multiple locations across Atlanta on Friday evening. The first victim was Lauren Bullis, a 39-year-old Department of Homeland Security employee, who was found dead from apparent blunt force trauma. A short time later, a 28-year-old woman was also found dead from similar injuries. A 45-year-old man was also attacked and is currently in critical condition at a local hospital.

  • The attacks occurred on the evening of Friday, April 11, 2026.
  • Police responded to the first incident around 7:15 pm local time.
  • The second and third attacks happened within the next two hours.

The players

Damon Harris

A 32-year-old Atlanta resident who has been charged in connection with the attacks.

Lauren Bullis

A 39-year-old employee of the Department of Homeland Security who was killed in the attacks.

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What they’re saying

“This is a tragic situation and our hearts go out to the victims and their families. We are working closely with local law enforcement to assist in any way we can.”

— Jill Sanchez, Spokesperson, Department of Homeland Security

What’s next

Authorities say they are continuing to investigate the motive behind the attacks and whether the victims were targeted or randomly selected. The suspect, Damon Harris, is expected to appear in court on Monday for an arraignment.

The takeaway

The violent attacks have left the Atlanta community on edge and raised urgent questions about public safety. As the investigation unfolds, officials will need to address concerns about the security of federal workers and the broader issue of preventing such senseless acts of violence.