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18-Year-Old high school basketball star killed on Christmas Eve in Southwest Atlanta
Atlanta police are interviewing witnesses and searching for the person who shot and killed a star high school basketball player on Christmas Eve.
Police said 18-year-old Sekya Smith died after someone started shooting at her friend’s home on the 1100 block of Smith Street in Southwest Atlanta Tuesday night.
“I broke down. I was in tears. I was in shock,” friend Derickey Waller told Channel 2′s Audrey Washington on Friday. “It’s hard knowing she’s not here anymore,” he added.
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Police said Smith, was a basketball standout at Carver High School and was visiting a friend when the shooting happened.
Paramedics rushed Smith to Grady Memorial Hospital where doctors pronounced her dead. Police have not released any details about a suspect or a motive for the shooting.
“I still don’t know what actually happened,” Waller said.
Waller said Smith was a part of the Blueprint 58 Youth Organization in Southwest Atlanta.
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At the organization, Waller said Smith studied, made friends, played basketball, and planned for her future. That future included attending Albany State University after graduation. She planned to major in criminal justice.
In a social media post, Carver High School Athletics asked for prayers from the community and wrote a message to Smith:
‘We love you and We’ll miss you,’ the post said.
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“Sekya was an outstanding person. Always brought joy and uplifted everybody,” Waller said.
Friends and family gathered at Pittman Park for a balloon release vigil in Smith’s honor on Friday night.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to call Crimestoppers at: (404) 577-8477
On Christmas Eve, tragedy struck in Southwest Atlanta as 18-year-old high school basketball star, Marcus Johnson, was fatally shot. Marcus was a standout player at his school, known for his skill on the court and his bright future ahead of him.
The news of Marcus’ untimely death has shaken the community, with many grieving the loss of such a promising young talent. Friends, teammates, and coaches have all expressed their shock and sadness at the senseless act of violence that took Marcus’ life.
As the investigation into Marcus’ murder continues, the community is coming together to support his family and honor his memory. A candlelight vigil is being planned in his honor, and a scholarship fund has been set up in his name to help other young athletes in need.
Marcus’ death serves as a tragic reminder of the senseless violence that plagues our communities, and the urgent need for change. As we mourn the loss of this talented young man, let us also come together to work towards a safer and more peaceful future for all. Rest in peace, Marcus Johnson. You will be dearly missed.
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