1 Dead, 1 Injured In DeKalb Shooting After Dispute

Police say the man turned the gun on himself after shooting and injuring a woman at a DeKalb County apartment.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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A man died by suicide after shooting and injuring a woman Wednesday in the 3500 block of Oakvale Road, DeKalb County Police said. The woman was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds inside the apartment and was taken to a hospital in critical condition. The man shot the woman during a domestic dispute before fatally turning the gun on himself.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the need for greater resources and support for victims. It also underscores the importance of addressing mental health concerns and access to firearms to prevent such devastating outcomes.

The details

According to police, the man was found dead with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound in front of an apartment around 3:30 a.m. The woman, who is in her 40s and a mother to six children with three grandchildren, was in critical condition when she was taken to the hospital. The motive for the shooting was not revealed.

  • The incident occurred on Wednesday around 3:30 a.m.

The players

DeKalb County Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident.

The woman

A 40-year-old mother of six children with three grandchildren, who was shot multiple times and is in critical condition.

The man

The individual who shot the woman and then died by suicide.

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What’s next

The investigation is ongoing, and police are working to determine the motive for the shooting.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for greater resources and support for victims of domestic violence, as well as the importance of addressing mental health concerns and access to firearms to prevent such devastating outcomes.