🌱 GBI Investigating Douglasville Shooting + Missing 16-Year-Old Girl

Hello again, friends! I'm back with your new copy of the Douglasville Patch newsletter. Here's all the community news you need to know right now. Today you'll find these stories and more...

• GBI launches investigation into Douglasville officer-involved shooting
• Police seeking public help locating missing 16-year-old girl
• Upcoming Douglas Co. Chamber "State of Education" event

But first, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 94 Low: 73.

Here are the top five stories today in Douglasville:

1. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is conducting an investigation after deputies exchanged gunfire with a barricaded man during a standoff at a home in Douglasville. The incident occurred after the man allegedly assaulted family members with a firearm. Deputies attempted to negotiate with the man, but he refused to comply with orders, leading to a confrontation where he fired at the response team, and they returned fire. The man was eventually taken into custody with non-life-threatening injuries, while no deputies were harmed in the incident. The GBI is continuing to investigate the matter. (11 Alive)
2. Authorities in Georgia are seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old girl, Christe-Una Allen. She was last seen at her home in Douglas County and is described as five feet tall, weighing 110 pounds, with brown eyes and black and blue box braids. She was wearing tan cargo pants and a black shirt at the time of her disappearance. If you have any information about her whereabouts, please contact Douglas County Sheriff's Investigator Almond at 770-920-3914 or jalmond@sheriff.douglas.ga.us. (WJCL 22 ABC)
3. The Douglas County Chamber will hold a State of Education event on Aug.23, focusing on the important link between education and positive economic growth in the community. Douglas County Schools Superintendent Trent North will be among the guests participating in the event. The event aims to shed light on the current state of education in the area and its impact on the local economy. (Subscription: Douglas County Sentinel)
4. On Jul. 26, Detective James Uzee, who served nearby Cobb County for 23 years in various roles within the police department, passed away after a two-year battle with cancer. He was known for his caring nature and made a lasting impact on his colleagues and the public he served. The community mourns his loss and pays respects to the Uzee family during this difficult time. (Douglas County & West Georgia News via Facebook)
5. Participate in the 8th Annual HOA Boot Camp alongside Douglas County District 2 Commissioner Kelly Robinson. Topics to be discussed will include code enforcement, crime prevention, residential rentals, and community conflict resolution. The event will take place from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Boundary Waters Activity Center. (Douglas County Happenings via Facebook)

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Today in Douglasville:

Friday, July 28

• Candle-Making And DIY Painting At Studio Unlimited (12:30 PM)
• "Pick Your Sea Animal" At Painting With A Twist (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• On Aug.25, from 6:30-9:00 p.m., the City of Douglasville is hosting a fun-filled night of beach-themed trivia and Bingo on O'Neal Plaza (6695 Church Street). The Entertainment District will be enacted, allowing participating restaurants to serve alcohol within the designated area. (City of Douglasville - Government via Facebook)
• Join an Ice Cream Social for adults aged 50+ at the Hawthorne Community Center on Friday, Aug. 18 from 1:00-3:30 p.m. The event is free, and attendees can confirm their attendance and secure their spot by calling 770-920-3009. Learn about more activities for adults 50+ here. (City of Douglasville - Government via Facebook)
• The Douglasville Police Department is hosting a Community Job Fair on Saturday, Aug. 5, on their front lawn. Douglas County businesses who would like to participate can contact Sgt. Shannon Dean at 678-293-1621 or deans@douglasvillega.gov to secure a spot in the job fair. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.