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Prestiss Lamar Wells, a 57-year-old African American man, died on February 13, 1992, in Newton, Georgia. His death was the result of a violent crime that shocked the local community. On that fateful day, Wells was robbed and fatally shot by Joseph Barnes, who was 27 years old at the time. The incident occurred during a robbery, and Barnes was later arrested and charged with the murder of Wells.

The case against Joseph Barnes was significant and garnered considerable attention. Barnes clai ...Read More
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Victim Details

Prestiss Lamar Wells

Male

Black / African American

Newton

GA

1992-02-13

57

Prestiss

Wells

11/29/2025