City of Doraville Police Department

05/15/2026

Fifteen years ago this November, Detective Robert Shane Wilson made the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting his community. A dedicated member of the Doraville Police Department, Detective Wilson was killed in the line of duty after being struck by a wrong-way intoxicated driver. He was only 27 years old, yet his courage, commitment, and servant’s heart left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.

As we observe National Police Week and honor law enforcement officers who gave their lives in service to others, we remember Detective Wilson and the countless heroes taken far too soon. His sacrifice will never be forgotten, and his legacy continues to live on through the department he proudly served, the family and friends who loved him, and the community that still remembers his dedication.

We honor his memory today and always.

05/13/2026

Today marks the 26th anniversary of the line of duty death of Doraville Police Department Investigator Hugo F. Arango.

Time may pass, but grief and loss do not carry an expiration date. Twenty-six years later, we still feel the absence of Hugo and continue to honor the sacrifice he made while serving our community.

Hugo was more than a member of the Doraville Police Department — he was a member of the Doraville community. He was a friend, a protector, and a public servant who dedicated his life to others.

Today, and every day, we remember Investigator Hugo F. Arango, his service, and the legacy he left behind.

02/04/2026

***UPDATE***
Infant Josiah Rincon has been found SAFE and Antonio Cordova is IN CUSTODY.

For Immediate Release
Contact: Emily Heenan, 678.801.5645
February 2, 2026

MEDIA ADVISORY – Doraville Police Searching for Missing Four-Month-Old
Doraville, GA – At 10:00 am this morning, Tuesday, February 2nd, Doraville Police responded to a domestic violence call at Doraville Plaza, 5750 Buford Hwy, Doraville, GA 30340. Upon their arrival, Doraville Officers learned that the victim’s four-month-old child had been taken by the child’s father without her permission. Doraville Police attempted to apprehend the suspect, eighteen-year-old Antonio Cordova, but he fled. Police have not been able to locate Cordova since.
Antonio was last seen driving a purple Infinity sedan with a temporary tag numbered P7032929. The child, Josiah Rincon, was last seen wearing a brown bear onesie, beige long-sleeved shirt with animals, white pants, and a white hat.
Cordova has a criminal history of family violence and aggravated stalking. He is wanted by Doraville Police for kidnapping, battery, family violence, child cruelty in the third degree, and interference with custody. He has additional outstanding warrants from other law enforcement agencies as well.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of infant Josiah Rincon or Antonio Cordova is urged to contact 911.

02/01/2026

Today, the Gwinnett County Police Department suffered a tragic loss as one of their officers was shot and killed in the line of duty, and another was critically injured. Our hearts are heavy as we stand with Gwinnett PD during this devastating time.
We ask our Doraville community to keep these officers, their families, and the entire department in your thoughts and prayers—just as they will remain in ours.

Chief Chuck Atkinson

01/30/2026

With expected temperature drops and the potential for snow accumulation in our area, we wanted to share information from DeKalb County about warming centers that will be open beginning this evening through Monday.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
• Cary Hollis, Deputy Director, DEMA, [email protected], 404-713-0055 (c)
• Quinn Hudson, Senior Communications Consultant, [email protected], 470-522-8923 (c)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 29, 2026
UPDATE-CORRECTION
DeKalb County Warming Centers to Open on
Friday, January 30, through Monday, February 2, 2026

DECATUR, Ga. – Due to forecasted freezing temperatures and hazardous wind chills, DeKalb County will activate warming centers beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, continuing through Monday, February 2, 2026:

The following locations will be open on January 30 through February 2 for the 24-hour activation:

• Exchange Park Intergenerational Center, 2771 Columbia Dr., Decatur
• Frontline Response International, 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta
• St. Vincent de Paul, 2050-C Chamblee Tucker Rd, Chamblee
• Tobie Grant Recreation Center, 593 Parkdale Dr, Scottdale, GA 30079

All transportation routes will originate from Frontline Response Headquarters (2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta). Routes will begin at 6:00 p.m., with initial pickups completed by 7:30 p.m. Following the initial pickups, final sweep operations will continue from 7:30 p.m. through 10:00 p.m., with all routes concluding promptly at 10:00 p.m.
During warming center activation, transportation pickups will be available to DeKalb County Citizens:

Transportation Pickup Schedule

Route 1 – North DeKalb / Chamblee-Tucker

• North DeKalb Senior Center – 3393 Malone Dr, Chamblee, GA 30341 – 6:05 p.m.
• St. Vincent de Paul – 2050-C Chamblee Tucker Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341 – 6:15 p.m.
• Chamblee Library – 4115 Clairmont Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341 – 6:25 p.m.
• Chamblee Walmart – 1871 Chamblee Tucker Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341 – 6:40 p.m.
• Tucker First United Methodist Church – 5095 LaVista Rd, Tucker, GA 30084 – 7:00 p.m.
• Brookhaven MARTA Station – 4047 Peachtree Rd NE, Brookhaven, GA 30319 – 7:20 p.m.
Route 2 - Central / Decatur / Emory
• East Lake MARTA Station – 2260 College Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 – 6:10 p.m.
• Decatur Library – 215 Sycamore St, Decatur, GA 30030 – 6:25 p.m.
• Emory Decatur Hospital – 2701 N Decatur Rd, Decatur, GA 30033 – 6:45 p.m.
• Mason Mill Recreation Center – 1340 McConnell Dr, Decatur, GA 30033 – 7:00 p.m.
• Walmart 2525 North Decatur Rd., Decatur, GA 30033 – 7:15 p.m.

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DeKalb County Warming Centers to Open
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Route 3 - East / Stone Mountain / Candler
• Candler Rd MARTA - 2427 Candler Rd, Decatur, GA 30032 – 6:10 p.m.
• Clifton Springs Mental Health Center – 310 Clifton Springs Rd, Decatur, GA 30034 – 6:25 p.m.
• Hairston Crossing Library – 4911 Redan Rd, Stone Mountain GA 30088 – 6:45 p.m.
• Stone Mountain Walmart – 1825 Rockbridge Rd, Stone Mountain GA 30087 – 7:05 p.m.
• Exchange Park Intergenerational Center – 2771 Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30034 – 7:20 p.m.
• Golden Door Warming Center – 2944 Ember Dr, Decatur, GA 30034 – 7:30 p.m.
Route 4 – South Central / Memorial Dr / Wesley Chapel
• Memorial Dr & Columbia Dr Intersection – Decatur, GA 30032 – 6:10 p.m.
• South DeKalb Mall – 2731 Candler Rd, Decatur, GA 30034 – 6:25 p.m.
• QT on Wesley Chapel / Snapfinger Rd – 4075 Wesley Chapel Rd, Decatur, GA 30034 – 6:45 p.m.
• Wesley Chapel Shopping Plaza Bus Stop – 2495 Wesley Chapel Rd, Decatur, GA 30035 – 7:00 p.m.
• Golden Door Warming Center – 2944 Ember Dr, Decatur, GA 30034 – 7:15 p.m.
• Exchange Park Intergenerational Center – 2771 Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30034 – 7:30 p.m.
Frontline Response International is contracted by DeKalb County to serve individuals in need during extreme weather conditions.
Contact & Walk-In Information
Transportation & Coordination Assistance:
📞 Frontline Response Dispatch: 404-334-3610
📍 Frontline HQ: 2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

Early Entry Access
Individuals may arrive directly at Frontline Response Headquarters (2585 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316) daily at noon starting Friday, January 30, through February 2.

Visit www.dekalbcountyga.gov

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01/17/2026

Chief Atkinson and the members of the Doraville Police Department extend our sincerest condolences to the Chamblee Police Department. We thank Sgt. Loc Tran for his years of dedicated service to the Chamblee community. He will truly be missed.

***** IN MEMORIAM*****

Chamblee Police Department Chief Michael G. Dieppa regrets to announce that Sergeant Loc D. Tran, age 42, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, due to medical complications.

He proudly served in the US Army from July 2002 to July 2007 as an Army Pharmacy Specialist. In the army, he worked in troop medical clinics, combat support hospital and medical centers to provide medical and pharmaceutical care for military and civilian personnel. His final rank was E4(Specialist).

He worked for Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office before graduating from Piedmont Technical College Police Academy in December 2010. Shortly thereafter, Sergeant Tran began his career with Chamblee Police Department on December 20, 2010.

While at Chamblee, he climbed the ranks with promotions that include Detective, Uniform Division Sergeant to finally a Criminal Investigations Sergeant in May 2024.

In his over 15 years of service, he has embodied what it means to protect and serve by showing up every day, and leading with respect, dignity, and compassion. He is well loved and respected by the community and his peers, and his contributions to this department and to this city will never be forgotten.

Sergeant Tran dedicated his life to helping others. Those who were privileged to know Loc will cherish his kind heart and beautiful soul.

Sergeant Tran is survived by his loving mother Monghoa Tran, brother Stephen Tran, sister Theresa Tran, other loving relatives, friends, and his extended Chamblee Police Department family.

The Chamblee Police Department sends our deepest condolences to the Tran family.

Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming.

12/08/2025