Deadly Shooting at Cobb County Apartment Complex Claims Life of 33-Year-Old Man
COBB COUNTY, Ga. — A tragic act of gun violence unfolded Friday evening near a Cobb County apartment complex, leaving one man dead and a community stunned. Cobb County Police have launched an investigation into the fatal shooting, which occurred just before sunset and drew a swift response from law enforcement.
According to police reports, officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Concepts 21 Circle around 6:00 p.m. following multiple calls to 911 about a possible shooting. When officers arrived on the scene, they discovered Cody Chavous, a 33-year-old man, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency responders provided immediate aid before transporting Chavous to Grady Memorial Hospital, where, despite the best efforts of medical personnel, he tragically succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding the circumstances that led to the shooting, whether Chavous was targeted, or if any suspects have been identified or apprehended. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the case remains an active and ongoing investigation.
The shooting took place in or near the Concepts 21 apartments, a residential area not unfamiliar with police activity but where residents say they are rattled by the level of violence. Witnesses in the complex reported hearing a series of gunshots followed by chaos as residents scrambled to safety and attempted to check on neighbors. Some reported seeing a vehicle speed away from the scene shortly after the gunfire, though those accounts have yet to be officially confirmed.
For many in the community, this incident marks a tragic reminder of the persistent issue of gun violence — even in suburban communities like Cobb County. Cody Chavous, whose life was cut short just weeks after his 33rd birthday, has been remembered by friends as a kind and easygoing man with a bright future. Social media posts from friends and loved ones have poured in, with many expressing shock, grief, and a strong desire for justice.
“Cody was more than a headline,” one friend wrote on Facebook. “He had a heart of gold and didn’t deserve this. We want answers and we want whoever did this to be held accountable.”
Cobb County police are urging anyone with information, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward and assist with the investigation. Tips can be submitted directly to detectives by calling the Cobb County Police Department at 770-499-3945. Investigators are also reviewing surveillance footage from nearby buildings and speaking with potential witnesses to piece together what led to the fatal encounter.
As the investigation continues, the community is left grappling with another senseless loss. A family is now preparing to bury a son, a brother, and a friend, while residents of the apartment complex try to come to terms with the violence that has once again hit too close to home.
The Cobb County Police Department has committed to a thorough investigation and vows to provide updates as more information becomes available. In the meantime, community leaders and neighbors alike are calling for unity, peace, and cooperation in the pursuit of justice for Cody Chavous.
Anyone with information is strongly encouraged to step forward. Silence protects the guilty — your voice could help bring closure to a grieving family and ensure that justice is served.