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DeVontay DeMario Barnwell was 19 when he was fatally shot after a confrontation at the Star Discount Store on Joseph E. Boone Boulevard in Atlanta. The shooting occurred October 4, 2020, after an argument between two women inside the store. A vehicle then arrived, three people entered and opened fire, and gunfire was exchanged between those who entered and people already inside. Six people in total were wounded; Barnwell was transported to a local hospital and later died of his injuries.

In the days after the shooting, investigators identified two men as suspects. Joshua Jones and Curtis Coffey were arrested and charged in connection with the incident, including murder and firearm offenses. If anyone was at the Star Discount Store that day or has information about the shooting, please come forward.