Leviticus Burns, 23, was found shot to death inside a home on Brandberry Drive in Decatur, Georgia, on the morning of December 14, 2024. The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence; a 21-year-old man described as Burns’s best friend was also shot, transported to a local hospital, and later died of his injuries. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots and seeing several cars leave the property around the time of the incident, and the homeowner of the rental said someone at the gathering called around 2 a.m. saying they felt unsafe.

Burns was expecting a child in January and had spoken with his mother the day before, telling her he was excited about working on a music video; their last exchange included I love you. DeKalb County Police responded after reports of a person shot and are investigating, but no suspects or arrests have been announced and no motive has been released. The families and community are awaiting answers and justice.

If anyone attended that gathering or has information about vehicles seen leaving Brandberry Drive that night, please share what you know with investigators.