On an autumn day in Pelham, Georgia, the life of Leonard Dennerson IV, a Black/African American male, was cut short by violence. On October 2, 2024, in the 4300 block of 2nd Street, Dennerson was the victim of a fatal shooting. Law enforcement officials who arrived at the scene pronounced him dead.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has taken the lead in the homicide case, launching a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding Dennerson's death.
As of now, authorities have not publicly identified any suspects in the shooting, and no arrests have been made. The investigation remains active as officials continue to seek answers and justice for Leonard Dennerson IV and his family. The community mourned his passing, with a public viewing held on October 11, 2024, followed by a graveside service at Pelham Memorial Gardens the next day.
