May 16th 2024.
In Atlanta, a police officer who was on unpaid administrative leave has been taken into custody for allegedly shooting and killing a Lyft driver who was giving him a ride home. The incident, which took place on May 15, has caused quite a stir in the community and has resulted in the officer's resignation from the Atlanta Police Department.
According to reports from WSB-TV, the former officer, Koby Minor, has been charged with murder and aggravated assault. He is currently being held in the Fulton County Jail. The incident is being investigated by the Union City police, who responded to the scene after the shooting took place. Sadly, the Lyft driver, 35-year-old Reginald T. Folks, was pronounced dead at the scene.
It is still unclear what led to the shooting, but investigators have stated that Minor was still present at the scene when they arrived. Folks had been giving Minor a ride home, and it is a tragedy that the ride ended in such a senseless act of violence.
In light of this incident, a spokesperson from Lyft released a statement expressing their condolences to the victim's family and offering their support during this difficult time. The ride-sharing company has also banned Minor's account from their community and has promised to assist law enforcement in any way they can.
According to a press release from the Atlanta Police Department, Minor had been on unpaid administrative leave since December 2023 after he was arrested in Milton. Records from Fulton County show that he was arrested on Christmas Day and charged with possession of a controlled substance and drugs not in the original container. His service weapon was confiscated during his arrest and has been in the custody of the police department ever since.
Minor had been with the Atlanta Police Department since July 2018 before his resignation on May 15. This incident has sparked a lot of concern and has raised questions about the department's hiring and vetting processes.
In other news, in Florida, a mother may face the death penalty for the murder of her 3-year-old child. This case is currently ongoing, and more details are expected to be released as the investigation continues. Our thoughts go out to all those affected by these tragic events.
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