Police Officer Killed, Another Wounded in Georgia Hotel Shootout

Suspect also shot during incident, expected to survive

Published on Feb. 1, 2026

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A police officer was killed and another was seriously wounded after a suspect opened fire on them in a hotel room in Lawrenceville, Georgia on Sunday. The suspect, who was also shot, is expected to survive.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers law enforcement officers face daily while protecting the public. It also raises questions about hotel security protocols and how to better safeguard officers responding to calls.

The details

According to authorities, the two Gwinnett County police officers were dispatched to the hotel after a caller reported that a person staying there had used 'fraud or a forgery' to rent a room. When the officers arrived and were discussing the incident with the suspect in his hotel room, the suspect suddenly produced a handgun and opened fire in an 'unprovoked attack'.

  • The shooting occurred on Sunday morning near Stone Mountain, about 25 miles northeast of Atlanta.

The players

Pradeep Tamang

A 25-year-old Gwinnett County police officer who was killed in the shooting.

David Reed

A Gwinnett County police officer who was seriously wounded in the shooting and is in stable condition.

Kevin Andrews

The 35-year-old suspect who shot the two officers and was also shot, but is expected to survive.

J.D. McClure

The Gwinnett County Police Chief who provided details about the incident.

Brian Kemp

The Governor of Georgia who commented on the dangers law enforcement face.

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What they’re saying

“This is the latest reminder of the dangers law enforcement face on a daily basis, and we are grateful for every one that puts themselves in harm's way to protect their fellow Georgians.”

— Brian Kemp, Governor of Georgia (X)

What’s next

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation will take over the investigation and determine what charges to bring against the suspect.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the risks police officers face while serving their communities and the need to ensure their safety and security, especially when responding to calls at hotels and other public locations.