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Man found shot and killed in southwest Atlanta; cops need information

Victim Olden Cooper III was found dead in southwest Atlanta on Nov. 18.
Victim Olden Cooper III was found dead in southwest Atlanta on Nov. 18.
By Becca J G Godwin
Dec 1, 2017

A 45-year-old man, Olden Cooper III, was found dead in southwest Atlanta earlier this month.

Police found Cooper, who appeared to have been shot in the head, on Nov. 18 around 1:30 a.m. at 1090 Hollywood Road.

APD’s homicide unit is investigating the shooting. Investigators believe a man wearing a black coat, black skullcap and light baggy pants shot the victim and fled.

No further information was given.

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Anyone with information on the case may call Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477. All callers can remain anonymous and are eligible for a cash reward up to $2,000 if their tip leads to an arrest.

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