Crime & Safety

Sandy Springs Man Killed in Marietta Bar Shooting

A Sandy Springs resident was found shot on Sunday in the parking lot of Milo's Bar on Garrison Road. He was taken to Kennestone Hospital for emergency surgery but died later that morning.

 

A Sandy Springs resident was found shot on Sunday in the parking lot of Milo's Bar on Garrison Road in Marietta.

The Marietta Police Department is investigating his murder.

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At around 3 a.m. on Sunday, April 7, Marietta Police responded to a "person shot" call at the location. Upon arrival, officers discovered 34-year-old Sandy Springs resident Takilam Terrell in a parking lot, Marietta Detective Christopher Lindsey said in a press release. 

Terrell was the victim of a gunshot wound. Terrell was transported to Kennestone Hospital where he underwent emergency surgery, according to the release. Terrell succumbed to his wounds and was pronounced dead at the hospital later that morning.

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The Marietta Police Department is investigating the murder and is asking for the assistance of anyone who has information relating to this incident. Persons with information can call the Marietta Police Department tip line at (770) 794-6990, or Detective Jonnie Moeller at (770) 794-2366.

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