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Joshua Roberts

Death by Force
Case Description
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Joshua Roberts, a 39-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on June 2, 2022, in Union City, Georgia. Roberts was working as a Lyft driver when he was fatally shot at the Netherley Park Apartments on Buffington Road. The incident occurred before 7:45 p.m., and Roberts was found in the driver's seat of his car, having been shot from behind. His mother, Sheila Douglas, described him as a generous, caring, and spiritual person who deeply cared for his family. The shooting left a pr ...Read More
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  • ajc: Deadly shooting at Union City apartments appears to be targeted, police say
  • FOX 5 Atlanta: Suspect arrested in murder of Lyft driver at Union City apartment complex
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    Victim Details

    Joshua Roberts

    Male

    Black / African American

    Union-city

    GA

    2022-06-02

    39

    Joshua

    Roberts

    11/12/2025

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