Man charged in shooting that killed 2 boys on North Hairston Road
Mug shot released in deadly quadruple shooting arrest
We have new images of the young brothers killed in a DeKalb County quadruple shooting, 11-year-old Jamarion Rolle and 12-year-old Ja'hki Clark. We are also bringing you a mug shot of the arrested suspect, 18-year-old Julian Ellis.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - DeKalb County Police arrested an 18-year-old man Tuesday night in connection with a Sunday shooting on North Hairston Road that killed two young boys and injured two women.
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DeKalb police arrest suspect
What we know:
Investigators took 18-year-old Julian Ellis into custody Tuesday night. He faces two counts of felony murder and six counts of aggravated assault following a shooting Sunday night on North Hairston Road.
Julian Ellis booking photo (Credit: DeKalb County Sheriff's Office)
The gunfire claimed the lives of 11-year-old Jamarion Rolle and 12-year-old Jakhi Clark. Two women, ages 19 and 37, were also shot at the scene, survived their injuries, and received medical treatment.
Ellis is scheduled to make his first court appearance at 1 p.m. Thursday.
Jakhi Clark and Jamarion Rolle. Photo courtesy of GoFundMe
A GoFundMe has been established to raise money to pay for the funeral expenses for the boys.
Ongoing homicide investigation
What we don't know:
Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the shooting or explained what led up to the violence.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the DeKalb County Police Department’s Homicide Assault Unit at 770-724-7850.
Community stands together
What they're saying:
"We continue to extend our deepest condolences to the families of the young victims," the department said. "We recognize that their loss is unimaginable, and we stand with those who are grieving during this difficult time. The DeKalb County Police Department and our community will not tolerate gun violence, and we remain committed to working together to protect lives and build a safer DeKalb County."
EARLIER REPORT
Julian Ellis arrested for killing young brothers
18-year-old Julian Ellis has been arrested for the deaths of 11-year-old Jamarion Rolle and 12-year-old Jakhi Clark during a shooting on North Hairston Road. Two women were also injured. FOX 5 Altanta reporter Marc Teichner reporting.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the DeKalb County Police Department, who released an official statement.