In the small city of Pelham, Georgia, the community was shaken by a violent act that claimed the lives of two young men. On December 11, 2018, Denarrius Johnson, a 21-year-old male, and his friend, 23-year-old Steven Freeman, were fatally shot on Cannon Street. The incident, which also left a third individual wounded, sent ripples of sorrow and concern through the close-knit town.
The Pelham Police Department, in conjunction with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, launched an intensive
investigation into the double homicide. Their efforts quickly identified a suspect, Horace 'Chucky' Ross. As the investigation progressed, Ross was considered armed and dangerous, heightening the community's unease. The situation took a significant turn when, on December 17, 2018, Ross voluntarily surrendered to the authorities, bringing a sense of relief to the anxious residents of Pelham.
Following his surrender, Horace 'Chucky' Ross was charged with two counts of murder for the deaths of Denarrius Johnson and Steven Freeman. In addition to the murder charges, he faced one count of aggravated assault, related to the third individual who was injured in the shooting. Ross was also charged with possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. The case was then handed over to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to lead the continuing investigation into the tragic deaths of the two young men. Information regarding the trial, conviction, or sentencing of Horace 'Chucky' Ross is not available in the online sources.
