In the late hours of March 31, 2026, the quiet of a Newnan, Georgia neighborhood was broken by the sound of gunfire. Responding to the reports at approximately 11:23 p.m. on Octavia Place, police discovered 38-year-old Hunter Ross Williams suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency services transported the male victim to a local hospital. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Williams succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
The initial stages of the
investigation by the Newnan Police Department were met with uncertainty regarding the circumstances that led to the fatal shooting. Investigators worked to piece together the events of that night and appealed to the public for any information that might shed light on the case.
A significant development in the investigation came on the morning of April 3, 2026, when authorities announced they had identified a suspect. The Newnan Police Department secured arrest warrants for 35-year-old Justin Mardez Owens of Newnan. The warrants for Owens are for felony murder and aggravated assault in connection with the death of Hunter Ross Williams. As of the latest reports, Owens' whereabouts are unknown, and police have asked for the public's assistance in locating him. The investigation into the death of Williams remains active and ongoing as authorities continue to seek justice.
