In the small town of Pelham, Georgia, the community was shaken by a violent incident that claimed the life of 23-year-old Steven Freeman. On a Tuesday afternoon, December 11, 2018, a shooting erupted on Cannon Street, ending the lives of Freeman and 21-year-old Denarrius Johnson. Another individual was also injured in the tragic event.
The Pelham Police Department, with the assistance of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, immediately launched an investigation into the double homicide.
The inquiry pointed to a targeted attack, and authorities identified Horace 'Chucky' Ross as the suspect. For a time, Ross was considered armed and dangerous, prompting a search.
The investigation into the deaths of Freeman and Johnson concluded with Ross turning himself in to law enforcement on December 17, 2018. Following his surrender, he was charged with two counts of murder, one count of aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. The case was then handed over to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation for further legal proceedings. The incident left a lasting impact on the Pelham community, with the Assistant Police Chief expressing the town's profound sorrow over the uncharacteristic violence.
