Sister kills brother in Atlanta shooting, police say

Sister kills brother in Atlanta shooting, police say

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ATLANTA - Atlanta police are investigating a tragic shooting involving a brother and sister that resulted in a man's death. The incident occurred just before 4 p.m. on Sunday at 110 Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard SW.

Upon arrival, authorities found a man in his mid-40s suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene. According to Andrew Smith, the commander of the Atlanta Police Department's Homicide Unit, the victim and the suspected shooter are siblings.

The sister, who is the suspected shooter, has been taken to police headquarters for questioning. Authorities believe this incident stemmed from a domestic situation, assuring the public that there is no ongoing threat to their safety.

While police have confirmed the familial relationship between the individuals involved, the specific circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear. The identities of both the victim and the suspected shooter have not been released.

As the investigation continues, law enforcement is working to uncover more details surrounding this unfortunate event.