MARIETTA — In a heart-wrenching incident, a one-year-old boy was shot and later pronounced dead at Kennestone Hospital on September 5. The tragedy unfolded in an apartment at 1631 White Circle, leading to the arrest of a Marietta man on multiple charges.
The Incident
According to Cobb County Police Department, officers arrived at the scene at about 5 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. The young victim was found suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite life-saving efforts by Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services and police, the child did not survive his injuries.
According to warrants, Clark left the gun where the child could access it and the child shot himself.
Suspect Apprehended
The suspect, identified as Conrad C. Clark, 30, of Marietta, faces charges of involuntary manslaughter, reckless conduct, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Cobb County authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.
Ongoing Investigation
Anyone with additional information is encouraged to reach out to detectives at 770-499-4111 or by email at cobbpolicecrimetips@cobbcounty.org. The case remains under active investigation.
Gun Violence:
According to data from the Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit organization that tracks gun-related incidents in the United States, there were:
In 2020:
- 43,551 total gun-related incidents, including:
- 19,379 gun-related deaths
- 39,707 gun-related injuries
- 612 mass shootings (defined as an incident in which four or more people are shot, excluding the shooter)
In 2019:
- 39,707 total gun-related incidents, including:
- 15,208 gun-related deaths
- 29,613 gun-related injuries
- 417 mass shootings
These numbers include homicides, suicides, unintentional discharges, and defensive gun use.
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