Duluth woman arrested for October drive-by shooting

Allyssa Amos charged as getaway driver in shooting incident at Harold's Chicken & Ice Bar

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A 28-year-old Duluth woman, Allyssa Amos, has been arrested by the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office for her alleged role as the getaway driver in an October 2025 drive-by shooting at Harold's Chicken & Ice Bar. Investigators say Amos drove the vehicle while another suspect fired multiple rounds into the restaurant following a payment dispute, fortunately injuring no one. Both Amos and the other suspect now face serious felony charges.

Why it matters

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence and public safety concerns in the Duluth area, where property crime rates have remained high despite some recent declines. The drive-by shooting incident at Harold's Chicken & Ice Bar also raises questions about the potential need for improved security measures and conflict resolution strategies for local businesses.

The details

According to the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office, Allyssa Amos was identified as the getaway driver in the October 2025 drive-by shooting at Harold's Chicken & Ice Bar in Duluth. Investigators say Amos drove the vehicle while another suspect fired multiple rounds into the restaurant following a payment dispute. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. Both Amos and the other suspect now face charges including aggravated assault, reckless conduct, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

  • The drive-by shooting incident occurred in October 2025.
  • Allyssa Amos was arrested by Gwinnett County deputies in Duluth on February 24, 2026.

The players

Allyssa Amos

A 28-year-old Duluth resident who has been arrested and charged as the getaway driver in the October 2025 drive-by shooting at Harold's Chicken & Ice Bar.

Harold's Chicken & Ice Bar

A restaurant in Duluth that was the target of the drive-by shooting incident in October 2025.

Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that arrested Allyssa Amos and is investigating the drive-by shooting case.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in Duluth and threaten public safety.”

— Robert Jenkins, Duluth resident (Gwinnett Daily Post)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Allyssa Amos to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges of gun violence and public safety in the Duluth area, underscoring the need for improved security measures, conflict resolution strategies, and a focus on reducing repeat offenses to protect local businesses and the community.