In the quiet, late-night hours of Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the community of Newnan, Georgia, was disturbed by the sound of gunfire. At approximately 11:23 p.m., officers from the Newnan Police Department were dispatched to Octavia Place following reports of firearms being discharged. Upon their arrival, they discovered 38-year-old Hunter Ross Williams, a resident of Coweta County, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency medical services transported Williams to a local hospital.
Despite the efforts of medical personnel to save him, he ultimately succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
The initial stages of the investigation into the death of the male victim left many questions unanswered, with law enforcement officials stating that the circumstances surrounding the shooting were unclear. The Newnan Police Department urged the public to come forward with any information that might shed light on the events that led to the fatal shooting. Investigators worked tirelessly to piece together the evidence and develop leads in the case.
A significant development in the investigation came on the morning of April 3, 2026, when the Newnan Police Department announced that they had identified a suspect. Arrest warrants were issued for 35-year-old Justin Mardez Owens of Newnan. The charges listed on the warrants are Felony Murder and Aggravated Assault in connection with the death of Hunter Ross Williams. Authorities have asked for the public's assistance in locating Owens, whose whereabouts are currently unknown. The investigation remains active and ongoing as police continue to seek answers and justice for Williams.
