A father of five who escaped a rough upbringing to start a family. A 22-year-old son with a passion for writing rap songs. A 73-year-old Vietnam veteran known for always protecting his loved ones.

Almost 50 people have been killed in the City of Atlanta so far this year, and the victims make up a group of diverse ages and backgrounds.

Learn about each of the 46 homicide victims and their cases with the AJC's interactive page at myajc.com.

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Police in Morrow say the Days Inn is a hotbed for prostitution, child sex trafficking, among other crimes.