DECATUR, GA – Authorities in DeKalb County are seeking assistance from the public to identify three individuals linked to a burglary that escalated into a fatal shooting. The incident occurred late Saturday evening, around 10:36 p.m., on Citation Drive.
When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered 36-year-old Anna Scott, who had been shot. She was quickly transported to a nearby hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. Scott’s vehicle, a Jeep, was also found near her front porch, riddled with bullet holes.
It appears Scott witnessed the suspects attempting to break into her home through her doorbell camera. A captured image from the footage shows one of the suspects, and authorities are urging the public to review the image closely.
The doorbell footage provides a chilling glimpse of the burglary in progress and captures the moment Scott arrived at her home, inadvertently confronting the suspects. One of the intruders opened fire, leading to the tragic outcome.
DeKalb County police are appealing to anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be provided directly to the police or anonymously through the Tip 411 app. Those wishing to send a tip via text can do so by texting DKPD to 847411, followed by their message.
The community is urged to assist in bringing those responsible to justice. As the investigation continues, police emphasize the importance of community vigilance and cooperation.
The incident has left the neighborhood shaken, with residents expressing their concern over safety and the need for heightened security measures.
Authorities are determined to solve the case and provide closure to Scott’s family, urging anyone with potential leads to step forward.