A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday at the Harlow Apartments in Cobb County, where a woman’s former boyfriend, disguised as a delivery driver, allegedly shot and killed her new partner, reports WSBTV Atlanta. The victim, identified as 40-year-old Kenneth Cunningham II, was found lifeless outside the leasing office, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
According to witnesses, Cunningham had visited the office concerning a package. However, the suspected shooter, Donavan Carter, arrived at the apartment complex dressed as a delivery driver, using this disguise to lure Cunningham away from his residence. When Cunningham went to inquire about the package, he was informed by the office staff that no such package was available for him.
“There was a rouse to get this individual out of their apartment under the lure of there was a package waiting for them,”
police said.
“He violently shot the victim five times.”
According to police, Carter allegedly shot him just moments after he left the office. The victim, Cunningham, was reportedly dating Carter’s ex-girlfriend, as informed by the police spokesperson, Newell. The family of the victim had traveled from Chicago to celebrate his 40th birthday. They grew concerned when they didn’t receive any communication from him and now find themselves preparing for his funeral.
Carter is now confronted with charges of malice murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
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