# Gun violence incidents in Atlanta

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gun-violence-incidents-in-atlanta
> Updated: 2026-08-09T23:08:09.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In early August 2026, Atlanta experienced two separate shooting incidents. On August 5, a security guard was shot in the chest while on duty in Midtown Atlanta, surviving the attack after receiving bystander assistance. 

On the same day, a home in southwest Atlanta was targeted by gunfire, with approximately 30 rounds fired. Investigations later identified the resident, Robert Sinners, as the Communications Director for Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. While the attack targeted a high-ranking election official, authorities stated there was no preliminary evidence suggesting a political motive. 

Following the attack on the residence, police engaged in a foot chase and gunfire with suspects. Two individuals, Jermaine Howard and Gregory Vaughn, were arrested, while a third suspect remained at large.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-09: Atlanta home of Georgia election official targeted in shooting

Two men were arrested after more than 30 shots were fired at the Atlanta home of Georgia election official Robert Sinners. No injuries were reported, and police believe the motive was not political.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atlanta-home-of-georgia-election-official-targeted-in-shooting

### 2026-08-05: Atlanta shootings wound security guard and riddles home with bullets

Two Atlanta shootings: a security guard was wounded in Midtown, and a home was hit with ~30 rounds, leaving no injuries; two suspects were arrested.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atlanta-shootings-wound-security-guard-and-riddles-home-with-bullets

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