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Legal Resource for Victims of Gun Violence

And Their Families

Front exterior of a Kroger grocery store with storefront signage visible, main entrance doors, and a parking lot in front.

Shooting at Brookhaven Kroger on Peachtree Road Leaves Man Injured. Security Failure?

Man Shot Outside Brookhaven Kroger on Peachtree Road; Investigation Ongoing, No Suspect Identified

ATLANTA, Ga. — Authorities are investigating after a man was shot Sunday morning in the parking lot of a Kroger store in Brookhaven.

Brookhaven police responded just before 10 a.m. to reports of a person shot at the grocery store located in the 3800 block of Peachtree Road NE. When officers arrived, they found an adult man suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest.

First responders provided immediate aid at the scene before the victim, who was reportedly still breathing when help arrived, was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Officials indicated the victim appeared to be approximately 50 years old. No information has been released regarding a suspect, and authorities have not said what led to the shooting.

The investigation remains ongoing as police work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

This is a developing story, and updates are expected as more details become available.

Source: “Man shot in Kroger parking lot in Brookhaven, police say,” Atlanta News First, March 22, 2026. “Man shot in Kroger parking lot, Brookhaven police say,” FOX 5 Atlanta, March 22, 2026.

Have You Been Injured in a Parking Lot or Commercial Property Incident? Our Perspective at Georgia Victims

Georgia Victims - Grocery store parking lots and commercial retail properties are heavily trafficked areas where visitors expect a reasonable level of safety. Incidents involving violence in these locations can raise serious concerns about security measures and property management.

When a shooting or violent event occurs in a parking lot, important questions may arise, including:

  • Were appropriate security measures in place at the time of the incident?
  • Was on-site security present and properly positioned?
  • Were surveillance systems operational and monitored?
  • Had prior criminal activity been reported at or near the property?
  • Was lighting sufficient to enhance visibility and deter crime?

In some situations, victims and their families may question whether negligent security or premises liability factors contributed to the incident—particularly if it occurred in a location where preventative measures may have reduced the risk.

Were you recently injured in a shooting, violent crime, or harmed due to someone’s negligence? Have questions, need support, or want to speak with someone about your rights as a victim? Contact The Warlick Firm today. We offer legal assistance, if desired, and represent clients on a contingency agreement—meaning no fees are owed unless we recover for you.

Violence in commercial parking lots can leave lasting physical and emotional effects. These incidents often raise concerns about whether property owners took reasonable steps to provide a safe environment for customers and visitors.

For those hurt during a violent crime, understanding whether a property owner or operator may have failed to provide adequate security can be important. Victims of shootings at shopping centers may have potential grounds for a premises liability or negligent security claim, depending on the facts uncovered during the investigation. Knowing your rights early may help protect access to medical care, financial recovery, and legal support. If you or a loved one were injured, speaking with an experienced Georgia premises liability attorney can help you better understand possible next steps and available compensation.

Under Georgia premises liability law, property owners and operators may be held responsible if inadequate security contributes to preventable harm. When risks are foreseeable and not addressed, injured individuals may have grounds to pursue a negligent security or premises liability claim.

Were you recently injured in a shooting, violent crime, or harmed due to someone’s negligence? Have questions, need support, or want to speak with someone about your rights as a victim? Contact us today. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.  We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover.  

When safety failures occur, the impact can be permanent. Read more about how Georgia Victims supports survivors and families across Georgia in the pursuit of justice after violent incidents. Violence at transit stations can leave lasting physical and emotional harm. Read more about the East Point MARTA station shooting that injured three people and what it may mean for negligent security or premises liability claims.



Image source: Brookhaven Kroger

Image of Arts Center MARTA station in Midtown Atlanta, site of a recent shooting that injured one passenger and raised safety and liability concerns at the transit facility.

Gunfire at Midtown MARTA Station Raised Safety Concerns and Liability Questions

Shooting at Arts Center MARTA Station Injures One; Suspect in Custody – Transit Safety Concerns Raised.

ATLANTA, Ga. — Commuters in Midtown Atlanta experienced major disruptions Tuesday morning after a shooting occurred at the Arts Center MARTA station, leaving one man wounded and triggering a law enforcement response.

MARTA police arrived at the station at approximately 7:17 a.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. Upon reaching the scene, officers found a 50-year-old Hispanic man with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition.

Authorities confirmed that one suspect was taken into custody. Details about the circumstances leading to the shooting had not been released at the time.

The incident caused delays across MARTA’s rail system during the morning rush. Service at the Lindbergh, Arts Center, and Midtown stations was temporarily suspended while police secured the area and conducted their investigation. To help passengers reach their destinations, MARTA implemented a bus bridge connecting the affected stations.

During the disruption, MARTA also offered riders an $8 credit through its MartaConnect program for Uber and Lyft rides to alleviate travel challenges.

Rail service eventually resumed at the Arts Center station, and MARTA thanked passengers for their patience during the incident.

Officials had not determined whether the shooting was targeted or random. Authorities encouraged anyone with information to contact MARTA Police as the investigation continued.

Source: Shooting at MARTA's Arts Center Station injures 1; suspect in custody, CBS News Atlanta, March 3, 2026.

Have You Been Injured at a MARTA Station or Injured at a Transit Station in Atlanta? Our Perspective at Georgia Victims

Georgia Victims - Public transit stations like those operated by MARTA are vital hubs used daily by thousands of commuters throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area. Riders expect and deserve a reasonable level of safety and security when accessing platforms, bus loops, parking zones, and connecting walkways.

When an incident such as a shooting occurs in these spaces, it may raise important questions, including:

  • Were reasonable security measures in place at the time of the incident?
  • Was surveillance coverage adequate and actively monitored?
  • Was lighting sufficient to deter criminal behavior?
  • Had prior safety issues been reported at this station?

In some cases, injured individuals or their families may wonder whether negligent security or premises liability played a role — especially if the incident took place in a public area where protective measures could potentially reduce risk.

Were you recently injured in a shooting, violent crime, or harmed due to someone’s negligence? Have questions, need support, or want to speak with someone about your rights as a victim? Contact The Warlick Firm today. We offer legal assistance, if desired, and represent clients on a contingency agreement—meaning no fees are owed unless we recover for you.

A violent crime at a MARTA station can be traumatic, leaving victims and families unsure of their next steps. Such incidents raise questions about whether adequate security was in place, and injured passengers may have rights under negligent security or premises liability laws.

For those injured, understanding whether a transit authority or property operator may have been negligent is critical. Victims of MARTA station shootings in Atlanta may have grounds for premises liability or negligent security claims, and knowing your rights early can help ensure access to medical care, financial recovery, and legal support. If you or a loved one were harmed at a MARTA station, speaking with an experienced Atlanta MARTA station injury lawyer can provide guidance on next steps and potential compensation.

Under Georgia premises liability law, property owners and transit authorities may be held accountable if inadequate security contributes to preventable harm. When foreseeable risks at MARTA stations or other public transit facilities are ignored, victims and their families may have grounds to pursue a negligent security or premises liability claim to seek compensation for injuries and related losses.

Were you recently injured in a shooting, violent crime, or harmed due to someone’s negligence? Have questions, need support, or want to speak with someone about your rights as a victim? Contact us today. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.  We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover.  

When safety failures occur, the impact can be permanent. Read more about how Georgia Victims supports survivors and families across Georgia in the pursuit of justice after violent incidents. Violence at transit stations can leave lasting physical and emotional harmRead more about the East Point MARTA station shooting that injured three people and what it may mean for negligent security or premises liability claims.



Image source: MARTA Arts Center

Exterior view of Roper Food Mart gas station on N.C. Highway 32 North in Roper, North Carolina, where a shooting incident occurred.

Man Shot Outside Roper Food Mart; Authorities Identify Steven Hill as Suspect – Negligent Security Issues?

Authorities in Washington County, North Carolina Searching for Armed and Dangerous Suspect After Roper Store Shooting

ROPER, N.C. — Authorities are searching for a suspect after a man was shot Tuesday outside a convenience store in Roper, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies responded on March 3 to the Roper Food Mart located on N.C. Highway 32 North after receiving reports of a shooting. When deputies arrived, they secured the scene and located 43-year-old Lakentric Sanders of Roper bleeding just inside the entrance of the store.

Deputies provided medical assistance until emergency medical services arrived. Sanders was then transported for treatment.

Investigators said witness interviews and surveillance video indicate that 39-year-old Steven Hill shot Sanders three times at close range with a handgun following a verbal altercation outside the store.

Authorities say Hill should be considered armed and dangerous. Officials stated he has connections to Washington County and nearby areas and is also wanted on several felony warrants related to guns and drugs issued by other jurisdictions in North Carolina.

Hill is additionally wanted in Washington County on an outstanding warrant for attempted murder.

Anyone with information regarding Hill’s location is encouraged to contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at 252-793-4141.

Source: Sheriff’s office identifies Steven Hill as suspect in Roper store shooting, WCTI 12 News, March 5, 2026.

Injured in a Shooting at or Near a Convenience Store in North Carolina? You May Have Questions About Negligent Security or Premises Liability

Georgia Victims - Convenience stores and small retail locations, such as the Roper Food Mart in Washington County, North Carolina, are places where customers, employees, and local residents regularly gather. Visitors reasonably expect these businesses to maintain a safe environment when entering the store, making purchases, or walking through the property.

When a shooting or violent incident occurs at or near a retail business, important safety questions may arise, including:

  • Were appropriate security measures in place at the time of the incident?
  • Was on-site security present and properly positioned?
  • Were surveillance systems operational and monitored?
  • Had prior criminal activity been reported at or near the property?
  • Were store employees trained on how to respond to violent situations?
  • Were emergency response procedures followed appropriately?

In situations involving violent crime at commercial properties, injured individuals and their families may explore whether negligent security or premises liability factors contributed to the harm.

Were you recently injured in a shooting, violent crime, or harmed due to someone’s negligence? Have questions, need support, or want to speak with someone about your rights as a victim? Contact The Warlick Firm today. We offer legal assistance, if desired, and represent clients on a contingency agreement—meaning no fees are owed unless we recover for you.

A shooting at a convenience store or retail property can be traumatic, leaving victims, customers, and families uncertain about what to do next. Incidents involving gun violence may raise questions about whether reasonable safety measures were in place, and injured individuals may have rights under negligent security or premises liability laws.

A shooting at or near a convenience store can be a traumatic event, leaving victims, witnesses, and families unsure of their next steps. Incidents involving gun violence may also raise questions about whether appropriate safety measures were in place and whether injured individuals may have rights under negligent security or premises liability laws.

Under North Carolina premises liability law, property owners and businesses have a duty to exercise reasonable care to keep their premises safe for lawful visitors. This duty can include taking reasonable precautions to protect visitors from foreseeable dangers, which in some situations may include criminal acts by third parties.

Were you recently injured in a shooting, violent crime, or harmed due to someone’s negligence? Have questions, need support, or want to speak with someone about your rights as a victim? Contact us today. We offer our legal assistance, if desired.  We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover.  

When safety failures occur, the impact can be permanent. Read more about how Georgia Victims supports survivors and families across Georgia in the pursuit of justice after violent incidents. Violence at transit stations can leave lasting physical and emotional harm. Read more about the East Point MARTA station shooting that injured three people and what it may mean for negligent security or premises liability claims.



Image source: Sheriff’s office identifies Steven Hill as suspect in Roper store shooting

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