U.S. Secret Service, GA Cops Probe Pharmacy Worker's Shooting Death

LOGANVILLE, GA — The U.S. Secret Service has joined Georgia authorities in investigating the death of a pharmacy worker who was fatally shot in the head last month in an Atlanta Highway pharmacy parking lot, Loganville Police Chief M.D. Lowry said in an update late Monday.

The shooting happened around 2 p.m., Nov. 14, in the 4300 block of Atlanta and claimed the life of 62-year-old Kimberly Whaley, who died two days later of her injuries at Grady Memorial Hospital, authorities previously said.

At the time, they said a person of interest was detained; but on Monday, Lowry said there was no "sufficient probable cause" to arrest the person.

"Our detectives are working tirelessly to bring this case to a successful resolution, and deliver justice for the family of the victim," he said. "... We are leaving no stone unturned, and no investigative lead unfollowed. This is very much a joint effort, and the highest possible priority for all those involved."

The chief said he has decided to limit the information released "due to the sensitive nature of this case, and in an effort to fully protect the integrity of our investigative efforts" because "the stakes are simply too high."

Authorities have not identified a motive in the deadly shooting. Whaley's death is being investigated by the Secret Service, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and other local law-enforcement agencies.

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Whaley worked at the local pharmacy and cared for her patients, according to her obituary published by Caldwell and Cowan Funeral Home. She was married for 18 years and enjoyed watching college football or trying new recipes with her spouse, the obituary read.

"Her compassion extended far beyond her work; she deeply believed in helping those less fortunate and sought every opportunity to make a positive impact. Kimberly also held a strong emotional engagement with politics, driven by her hope for meaningful social change and a better future for all. Her generous spirit, passion for others and unwavering dedication will be lovingly remembered by all who knew her," her obituary read.

A celebration of life was planned for Whaley on Nov. 24 in Covington.

Authorities asked anyone with information on the case to call Loganville Police Sgt. Clint Kitchens, (770) 466-8087.