Incident Overview
Two people were killed during the execution of an arrest warrant by Forsyth County deputies in Alto, Georgia. The incident took place on Cedar Drive.
Scene Description
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has been examining the scene extensively. The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office aimed to serve an arrest warrant to a sex offender at the specified location.
Details of the Incident
The event occurred just after 11 AM on a Tuesday morning. Upon entering the house, deputies shot two individuals. Both individuals died at the scene.
Neighbor Reactions
Neighbors, including Sean Ivester, expressed shock and disbelief over the incident. Concerns were raised about the safety of the neighborhood, especially with children living nearby.
Victims and Anonymity
A woman, who wished to remain anonymous, identified the victims as her father and his girlfriend. Authorities are withholding the names of the deceased until their families are notified.
Next Steps
The GBI medical examiners will conduct autopsies on the deceased. The identities of the individuals will be released following family notifications. No deputies were injured during the incident.
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