Accident
Shaunterrio Hudson Killed in Forest Park Shooting After Crashing Into Tree
Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Shot While Driving in Forest Park
FOREST PARK, Ga. — Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Monday morning in Forest Park, where a man was shot while driving, causing his vehicle to crash into a tree.
According to the Forest Park Police Department, officers, along with Forest Park Fire & Emergency Services, responded to multiple reports of gunfire, a vehicle collision, and calls for help at approximately 2:00 a.m. in the area of Bartlett Road and Watts Road.
Upon arrival, first responders discovered a BMW 530i that had collided with a tree at the intersection. Nearby, they located Shaunterrio Hudson, 36, who had sustained a gunshot wound. Despite emergency response efforts, Hudson was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary findings indicate that Hudson was traveling along Watts Road when an unidentified suspect approached his vehicle and opened fire, shooting through the driver’s side window. After being struck by gunfire, Hudson lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a tree.
Investigators report that Hudson managed to exit the vehicle following the crash and called out for help. A nearby individual, alerted by the sound of gunfire and the subsequent disturbance, contacted emergency services.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation Medical Examiner’s Office is assisting local authorities in the ongoing investigation.
At this time, no suspects have been identified, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under active investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward.
Tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta or directly to the Forest Park Police Department.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation Medical Examiner’s Office is assisting local authorities in the ongoing investigation.
At this time, no suspects have been identified, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under active investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward.
Tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta or directly to the Forest Park Police Department.
Klein Oak Athletics formally confirmed the tragic passing of student-athlete Kenrik “Kenny” Kabano in a statement released on April 21, prompting an outpouring of grief from the school community in Spring, Texas, and beyond.
In the statement, Klein Oak Athletic Director Brandon Carpenter paid tribute to Kabano’s exceptional character and achievements, both on and off the court.
“Kenny Kabano was one of the absolute best young people on our campus at Klein Oak,” Carpenter said. “In addition to being a phenomenal basketball player and a First Team All-District selection, he was also recognized as Academic All-District and earned THSCA Academic All-State honors. Kenny was a kind-hearted individual, genuinely loved by everyone who knew him, and a true representation of what it means to be a Klein Oak student-athlete. He will be deeply missed.”
Following the devastating loss of Kabano and his mother, Rosine, in a car crash in Spring, Texas, community members and family friends have come together to support the grieving family. A GoFundMe campaign titled “Support for the Kabano Family After Tragic Loss” has been launched to assist with funeral expenses and provide financial relief to surviving relatives.
Organizers of the fundraiser are encouraging the public to contribute and share the campaign widely in honor of the lives lost. As of Tuesday, the initiative had raised more than $42,000, reflecting the widespread compassion and solidarity from those touched by the tragedy in Spring, Texas, and surrounding communities.