Dead Woman Found At Yellow River Park By Gwinnett Police

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA — A call reporting a medical emergency Wednesday in Yellow River Park led Gwinnett police to find a woman who had been shot and killed.

Police found the woman under a tree at the Stone Mountain park, "deceased from apparent gunshot wounds,” according to a Gwinnett County Police Department spokesperson as reported by WXIA-TV. Authorities don’t know who she is, who shot her or why she was shot, according to the Atlanta news station. Police are still investigating.

The victim is described as a light-skinned Black female, believed to be between 20 and 35 years old. According to police, she has two identifiable tattoos: one of a heart and cross with the date 8-16-07, and another on her neck that says “faith makes all possible.”

Anyone with information in this case can call Gwinnett detectives at 770 513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters can contact Atlanta Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477 (TIPS) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

Active Investigation: Homicide - Yellow River park
Gwinnett Police Homicide Unit is investigating a deceased body located in the Yellow River Park. pic.twitter.com/crDSbkN7Ps
— Gwinnett County Police (@GwinnettPd) July 28, 2021

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