In the early afternoon of Tuesday, January 6, 2026, William Stanley, a 46-year-old man, was fatally shot in an act of violence outside a convenience store in Decatur, Georgia. The incident occurred around 12:40 p.m. in a commercial area on the 2500 block of East Wesley Chapel Way. When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered Mr. Stanley suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at the location.
The DeKalb County Medical Examiner's Office later confirmed the identity of the victim as William Stanley. The investigation into his death is still active and ongoing. As of now, law enforcement has not released any information regarding potential suspects or any arrests that may have been made in connection with the shooting. The circumstances that led to the fatal event remain under investigation.
