Roswell Police Fatally Shoot Man After Stabbing Attempt

An officer-involved shooting in Roswell, Georgia, resulted in the death of a man who allegedly attempted to stab a MARTA bus driver on September 3, 2024. Following the incident, the bus driver contacted authorities, leading police to the suspect, who charged at officers with scissors after fleeing the scene. Officers attempted to subdue him with a Taser, but when that failed, they resorted to gunfire, resulting in the man's death after he was transported to a local hospital. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is conducting an independent investigation into the incident, which has raised questions about police use of deadly force. The identity of the deceased has not been released pending notification of next of kin. This event adds to ongoing discussions regarding police conduct and public safety in Georgia.