A family gathering in Stone Mountain, Georgia, ended in the death of 53-year-old Heron Alanso Parkin during an altercation on the night of Wednesday, October 26 into the early hours of October 27, 2016. The dispute at a Wetherborn Place residence involved Parkin and his 30-year-old son, Duran. Accounts say the argument escalated; Heron Parkin reportedly retrieved a firearm and pointed it at his son. Duran Parkin then drew his own weapon and fired once, fatally striking his father. Parkin died at the scene and officers found Duran waiting when they arrived.

Investigators questioned Duran and other family members present that night. Preliminary evidence was described as indicating an act of self-defense and law enforcement said it was unlikely charges would be filed against the son. The investigation remained ongoing to determine exactly how events unfolded. If anyone was at that Wetherborn Place gathering or has information about the dispute, please share what is known.