Police Officer Shoots Man and Two Dogs During Welfare Check in Fairburn, Georgia
In Fairburn, Georgia, a police officer shot a man and his family's two dogs while responding to a welfare check. The incident occurred after the dogs allegedly charged the officers, and the man reported being shot while trying to leash…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, September 26, 2026 —
In Fairburn, Georgia, a police officer discharged their firearm, resulting in the shooting of a man and two of his family’s dogs. The incident took place on [Date Not Provided] during a welfare check conducted by law enforcement.
According to initial reports, the dogs allegedly charged the officers present at the scene. The man involved in the incident stated that he was shot while attempting to leash the dogs. Further details regarding the timeline of events, the specific actions leading to the shooting, and the condition of the man and the dogs were not immediately available.
The Fairburn Police Department is reportedly investigating the incident. Information regarding the officer involved, the exact sequence of events, and the specific reasons for the welfare check was not provided. The outcome of the investigation and any potential follow-up actions have not yet been disclosed. The names of the individuals involved have also not been released.
Story summarized from the original created by Atlanta First News staff, Gray News staff on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.
Media gallery
