Man Killed at Homeless Encampment in Atlanta

"Saddened by this terrible incident": Atlanta mayor speaks out after Man killed during homeless encampment sweep
On January 16, 2025, a fatal tragedy struck Atlanta when a man was killed by the clearance process of a homeless encampment near Ebenezer Baptist Church.
Man 'Accidentally and Tragically' Killed During Street Sweep of Homeless Encampment
The victim was allegedly inside a tent when he was crushed by a front loader being used to clear out the encampment.
Man Killed at Homeless Encampment in Atlanta After Allegedly Being Hit by City Vehicle: ‘Terrible Accident,' Mayor Says
A man was killed at a homeless encampment in Atlanta in an incident which allegedly involved a city department vehicle, according to authorities and news outlets.
Man killed during clearing of homeless encampment near Ebenezer Baptist Church
Activists and community members held a vigil to honor the victim and demand that the city be held accountable to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Shock, grief after a man is killed during an encampment sweep in Atlanta
Advocates are expressing grief and outrage after a man was killed during the clearing of a homeless encampment in Atlanta.
Vigil held for homeless man killed during homeless encampment clear-out
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A vigil was held Friday night near where a homeless man was killed when a Atlanta City Works vehicle ran him over while it was clearing out a homeless encampment.
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Man's death sparks review of encampment clearings
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Atlanta activists demand action after unhoused man killed during encampment cleanup
Those gathered mourned his death and called for an end to what they described as dangerous and dehumanizing practices during ...
MLK Beloved Community Awards shines light on injustice of man killed during homeless encampment clearing
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Unhoused man dies in ‘tragic incident’ while crews clear encampment, officials say
Police are investigating a fatal incident in Atlanta involving an unhoused person and a Department of Public Works vehicle, officials said.
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