On a late Thursday evening in September 2017, the life of Jamal McQuarters, a 28-year-old African American male, was tragically cut short. The South Fulton Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at the Hickory Park Apartments located at 4900 Delano Road. Upon their arrival at approximately 11:15 p.m., officers discovered Mr. McQuarters in front of building 8, having sustained a fatal gunshot wound.
The investigation into the death of Jamal McQuarters was initiated by the South
Fulton Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division. Despite their efforts and appeals to the public for any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the case, no suspects have been publicly identified. The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain unclear, and a motive has not been established. The case is one of several unsolved homicides in the South Fulton area, leaving a community and a family searching for answers and justice.
As of now, the investigation into the murder of Jamal McQuarters remains open and is considered an unsolved homicide. Law enforcement officials continue to encourage anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward. The South Fulton Police Department has made it clear that tips can be provided anonymously as they seek to bring closure to the family of Jamal McQuarters and hold the responsible party or parties accountable for their actions.
