College Park investigators determine man did not die from gunshot
A man was initially believed to have died from a gunshot wound Thursday night in College Park. Now, investigators think otherwise.
The shooting happened in the 2700 block of Camp Creek Parkway, roughly three miles from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, according to College Park police. Officers arrived at the scene and found Devonta Chambless, 29, who had already died from his injuries.
Further investigation revealed that Chambless did not die from the gunshot wound, authorities said. Instead, police announced Saturday he died from blunt force trauma and drowning following a car crash.
No further details have been shared at this time, including the time of either incident.
“Our priority is to bring those responsible for this senseless act to justice and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community,” police said in a statement.
An investigation is ongoing.
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Lexi Baker is a breaking news intern for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. She graduated from the University of Virginia in 2024.
