Homicide — Atlanta, GA — reported 2026-07-08

SUMMARY

An Atlanta police officer, Melvin Potter, will not face criminal charges for fatally shooting Devon Anderson while off duty outside a bar in South Fulton.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Homicide
  • Location: Atlanta, GA
  • Date reported: 2026-07-08
  • Suspect: not stated
  • Victim(s): 1 (Devon Anderson)
  • Status: no charges filed

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The shooting occurred on August 5, 2024, at around 1am at a bar in the 5000 block of Old National Highway.
  • Melvin Potter was leaving the bar when he got into an argument with a group that included Devon Anderson.
  • Potter was charged with obstruction by South Fulton police for refusing a blood draw but was not charged with any other offenses.
  • The Fulton County District Attorney's office ended its investigation without charging Melvin Potter in the shooting.
  • Potter is still employed with the Atlanta Police Department and is 'on paid administrative duty'.