Atlanta Police Charge Man With Murder After Fatal Shooting of 15-Year-Old Who Investigators Say Attempted to Rob Him on Turman Avenue
Atlanta, Georgia — Police have arrested and charged a man in connection with the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy, who investigators say was attempting to rob him during an incident last month on Turman Avenue. Authorities identified the suspect as Kevin Veasey, who was taken into custody on Monday. According to police, the teen was shot and killed during the confrontation and died at the scene before emergency responders could revive him.
Ring Camera Footage Captured Police Response
Residents in the area reported witnessing the commotion on the night of December 16. One neighbor, Saba Talib, said her Ring camera recorded the moments officers arrived.
“It looked like they were just trying to revive the kid,” Talib told Channel 2’s Candace McCowan.
Another neighbor, who asked not to be identified, said she called 911 because she feared for her safety after hearing the disturbance.
Investigators Say the Teen Attempted to Rob Veasey
According to detectives, early evidence indicates the 15-year-old attempted to rob Veasey before the shooting occurred. Witnesses said they saw officers remove a weapon from the teen’s body, supporting the claim that the teen was armed during the confrontation.
One witness stated:
“The police did pull off a gun from him.”
Authorities have not released the teen’s name due to his age.
Suspect Faces Multiple Charges
Police report that Kevin Veasey is now facing several felony charges, including:
- Murder
- Aggravated assault
- Possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony
Veasey is currently being held at the Fulton County Jail as the investigation continues. Detectives are still reviewing footage, interviewing additional witnesses, and collecting evidence to establish a full timeline of the events.
Community Reaction and Ongoing Concerns
Neighbors expressed shock at how quickly the situation escalated and concern over the presence of weapons among teens.
One resident noted:
“It doesn’t make sense because it happened so fast. When I came home, he was dead. I wasn’t gone but for 10 minutes.”
Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity, emphasizing that violent encounters involving juveniles continue to pose risks for local communities. NapervilleLocal.com will continue following updates from Atlanta authorities as more information becomes available.
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