Timothy Justin Hicks was found on the floor right next to the couch, said detective Zackary Stannard. ACWORTH, Ga. The families of Amber and Justin Hicks are calling for justice one year after the Acworth couple was killed in their home with their 2-year-old inside. Lanz, according to the indictment, was charged with cruelty to children for causing "cruel and excessive physical and mental pain," to the child by leaving him "alone and unsupervised for approximately 12 hours during which Jacob Hicks was unable to feed himself, change his diaper, or get the attention of his parents.". This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. And given that it was such a heinous crime, I believe it's probably going to be devastating.". ACWORTH, Ga. An arraignment for a man accused of killing a young Acworth couple was delayed once again. Other officers use their Tasers and one shot Lanz twice while the injured officer bled profusely onto the carpet. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Justin served as a firefighter in Cherokee County. They confirmed they took a pistol, but left the magazine and ammunition at his apartment, said Stannard. Acworth's Matthew Lanz, 22, has been charged with two counts of felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, home invasion, and possession of a firearm He also reportedly assaulted multiple deputies as he was being booked into jail. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Webis 22 years old and was born on 09/19/1999. Arrest records showed that in April this year, Austin Lanz was taken into custody on criminal trespass and burglary charges for entering his neighbor's house - the same home the Hicks recently moved into. More than $69,000 was raised for the couple's funeral services and to help their son. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Email us atexclusive@the-sun.comor call212 416 4552. On November 18th, we woke up to a nightmare. That home is directly around the corner and shares a backyard fence with the home where Hicks and his wife were killed earlier this week. Matthew Lanz, the Hicks' neighbor, has been charged with the couples murder but their families said the build-up to his trial has been painful. Matthew Lanz, the Hicks' neighbor, has been chargedwith the couples murder but their families said the build-up to his trial has been painful. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Back in August, after stabbing officer George Gonzalez, 27-year-old Austin Lanz used the officers service weapon to kill himself outside the headquarters of the U.S. military, the FBI Washington field office said. The home was sold a few months later to Cherokee County firefighter Timothy Justin Hicks and Amber Hicks, both 31. Records show Lanz was a resident of a neighboring property to the house where Justin and Amber Hicks were found killed in their home on Thursday. "Emotionally, very difficult. The FOX 5 Storm Team is monitoring storms moving into Georgia from Alabama that have prompted a portion of north Georgia to be under a Tornado Watch until 6 a.m. Their 2-year-old son was found in the home unharmed. DUIs Traffic Tickets Misdemeanors Felonies We Will Monitor Market data provided by Factset. "Justin was a big guy, a big teddy bear! [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]. Matthew Lanz of Acworth is currently in the Fulton County Jail and facing multiple charges related to a Sandy Springs break-in. Watch newscasts, breaking news streams and get the latest sports, weather and VERIFY content -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The home was sold a few months later to Cherokee County firefighter Timothy Justin Hicks and Amber Hicks, both 31. On Saturday, Cobb County police said they had warrants to charge Matthew Lanz, 22, with murder. The couple,Justin Hicks, 31, and Amber Hicks, 31, were killed in their home in November of 2021. Home intruder shot by police after stabbing Sandy Springs officer multiple times. The couple and their 2-year-old son shared a backyard fence with Lanz in Acworth, Georgia, a town located northwest of Atlanta. Police say he stabbed an officer who responded. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday after police say he broke into a home in Sandy Springs and stabbed a police officer who responded. Investigators say other officers shot at Lanz, hitting him twice. He is scheduled to make a first appearance in court this morning. Austin Lanz was arrested in April 2021 in connection with a break-in at a home that shares a back fence with his. 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In the murder of the Hicks, Cobb County Police said earlier this week the couple was believed to be shot to death and that they did not have evidence the suspect had stayed in the area. A Cobb County grand jury has indicted a man in the alleged killings of his new neighbors a firefighter and his wife and with cruelty to the slain couples toddler, who he allegedly left alone in the home for hours after the murders, according to reports. All rights reserved. Additionally, police confirmed Matthew Lanz is the brother of Austin Lanz, a 27-year-old man who was shot and killed by law enforcement in Washington, D.C. in August after stabbing a Pentagon Police officer to death. Prior to being arrested for entering the home, Austin Lanz had been given a warning for allegedly "leaving inappropriate photographs and notes in the mailbox of said victim's residence.". By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. After the killing of the police officer near the Pentagon, neighbors in Cobb County later told The Washington Post of how Austin Lanz, the son of their neighbors, had repeatedly stalked and harassed them, including smashing through (their) back door with a sledgehammer while they werent home. COBB COUNTY, Ga. A grand jury has indicted a man following thedeaths of an Acworth couple last year. He was shot by another police officer. Lanz is currently being held at the Fulton County Jail. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday in the stabbing of a Sandy Springs police officer. [RELATED: Firefighter and wife murdered inside their Cobb County home, Matthew Lanz, accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs police officer on Friday, has been charged in the deaths of a firefighter and his wife who were shot at their Cobb SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. Police said Saturday that Matthew Lanz, the 22-year-old suspect in the stabbing of a Sandy Springs officer during a home intrusion on "I hope that they can look him in the face, see justice served, and ultimately forgive him," Barnett said. According to the GBI, when officers made contact with Lanz, "he suddenly attacked one of the officers, stabbing him repeatedly in the back and neck area.". In addition to murder and home invasion charges, Lanz also faces a child cruelty charge for "cruel and excessive physical and mental pain" to the couple's child. The hearing is taking place in a Cobb County courtroom at 9:30 a.m. You can watch it live on 11Alive.com, the 11Alive YouTube channel or on the 11Alive+ app on Roku or FireTV. Another officer shot Lanz, who was treated at a hospital before he was taken into custody. Stannard said Justin Hicks had gunshot wounds to his head, shoulder and torso. The 13-count indictment reviewed by 11Alive alleges Lanz left the child "alone and unsupervised for approximately 12 hours during which Jacob Hicks was unable to feed himself, change his diaper, or get the attention of his parents.". Matthew Lanz, 22, broke into Justins and Amber Hicks home in the Atlanta suburb of Acworth on Wednesday night and shot them dead when their 2-year-old son was at the home, according to a police statement. of Cobb County. The officer who was stabbed on Friday was taken to a hospital and has since been released, police said. In Cobb County, the release states he is being charged with two counts of felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, home invasion, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. CNN has reached out to Lanz's court-appointed attorney for comment but has not heard back. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday in the stabbing of a Sandy Springs police officer. The tampering with evidence charge is due to Lanz allegedly removing shell casings from the murder scene in an attempt to avoid his apprehension and prosecution, according to the indictment. They had their whole life ahead of them, and they leave behind a precious little boy.". Legal Statement. Matthew Lanz, 22, was shot twice by officers in Sandy Springs on Friday. It was owned by another couple at that time. WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta facebook feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta twitter feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta instagram feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta youtube feed(Opens a new window), UGA star charged in deadly crash turns himself in, released shortly after, records show, Officers, command staff resign after south Georgia police chief arrested by GBI, Florida personal injury attorney accused of stealing more than $840K from clients, 9 elementary school students sickened by unknown substance at metro Atlanta school, UGA football staffer had blood alcohol level twice the legal limit before crash that killed 2. The Cobb County Police Department initially said hed been taken into custody, but later said they had just obtained warrants for Lanzs arrest. Their little boy was just 2 years old when Amber and Justin were killed inside their home last year. Oh they loved Jacob. Fox News Flash top headlines are here. The same man is also accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs officer in a separate incident a day later; the wounded cop survived the attack. The indictment in Cobb County lists charges against Matthew Lanz for two counts of malice murder, four counts of felony murder, one count of home invasion, two counts of aggravated assault, two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, one count of cruelty to children in the second degree, and one count of tampering with evidence. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. RELATED: 'Childhood sweethearts' | Couple killed in Acworth home loved each other for most of their lives. The man accused of killing a young couple inside their Acworth home last year is due in court Tuesday for an arraignment. "She had probably the biggest heart of any person I've ever met.". Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. A month later in Acworth, Amber and Justin Hicks closed on the home on Verbena Drive that Austin Lanz was accused of breaking into. Its the same one investigators believe they found in the washing machine at Lanzs apartment in Athens. Jalen Carter booked into jail for racing in connection to deadly UGA crash, released shortly after, Timeline | TORNADO WATCH until 6am for far north Georgia, Forecast | Shower and storms increase to finish the week, Lanz brothers had history of crime at Acworth home before couple's murder, records show, Bodycam video released | Man stabs Sandy Springs officer after allegedly murdering couple day before. He is accused of murdering his neighbors. Fox News Flash top headlines for February 21, the Atlanta Journal Constitution reported, fatally stabbed a Pentagon police officer. He was a loving father, he served his community, a good Christian man, and he loves his little boy," he said. Police were conducting a search of the home on Delphinium Boulevard on Friday night. A man charged with stabbing a Sandy Springs officer is accused of killing a Cherokee County firefighter. Matthew Lanz (Sandy Springs Police Department). Police say 2 found dead in Cobb County home were shot by unknown suspect, Cobb police are investigating the homicide of a couple in their Acworth home, WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta facebook feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta twitter feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta instagram feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta youtube feed(Opens a new window). The Hicks family just moved into the home on Verbena Drive in September. The Associated Press contributed to this report. In April, Austin Lanz stabbed a police officer for the Pentagon to death in Washington, D.C. Their 2-year-old child was left unharmed. Officials: Suspect in Cobb County murders, police stabbing is brother of suspect in Pentagon officer attack. At the time that Austin Lanz was killed, the previous owners of the home on Verbena Drive told the Associated Press that the system failed to help the troubled young man who was harassing them. Suspect's brother broke into Acworth home before murder: It feels like it was just a clear failure of our system to help someone out who needed that help., Police say 2 found dead in Cobb County home were shot by unknown suspect Cobb police are investigating the homicide of a couple in their Acworth home. ACWORTH, Ga. UPDATE: The arraignment that was due to happen Tuesday morning has been delayed due to a conflict and will be rescheduled. "They loved everybody. In August, Austin Lanz ambushed and stabbed a Pentagon police officer to death and was then shot and killed by police. "Two literal angels on earth have been taken too soon. The connection between the two men is also unclear. "[Justin] has always been recognized as a happy, funny, loved by many kind of guy," Cherokee County Fire Chief Tim Prather said in a statement following his death. Police had given him a warning to stop the harassment before he was eventually arrested. Matthew Lanz is accused of killing Justin and Amber Hicks in their Acworth home on Nov. 17. Lanz is facing a slew of charges in Cobb County after a grand jury returned an indictment against him in the deaths of Amber and Justin Hicks. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. The couples 2-year-old son was found unharmed in the home and is now with family members. Before the stabbing and shooting, other residents of the neighborhood reported a man was trying to break into their homes. "It will be like reliving it over and over and over. Charges in Cobb County include tampering with evidence for allegedly removing shell casings from the murder scene. Their toddler was found at the home unhurt, but police say he was left with the bodies of his parents for up to 12 hours. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. Investigators said the attack on the officer was unprovoked. BREAKING: Georgia linebacker Jalen Carter booked, released from Athens-Clarke County Jail, Man accused of stabbing Sandy Springs officer now linked to Acworth couple murder, Paulding County deputy fired after body-slamming man into the ground, Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter booked, released from jail, Matties Call issued for 26-year-old Clayton County man, Atlanta Womens Chorus celebrating 10 years with special performance, Sign up for Atlanta News First Newsletters, According to an article in the Washington Post. Family and friends said the Hicks were childhood sweethearts who grew up down the street from each other. Body camera footage shows the scuffle that ensued as Lanz allegedly stabbed an officer in the back of the neck when he reached the bottom of the staircase. He then shot and killed himself. Associated Press that the system failed to help the troubled young man who was harassing them. Their 2-year-old son was unharmed. Lanz is also accused of evidence tampering for allegedly taking shell casings from the murder scene, among other charges. Video showed the man stabbing the officer in the back of the neck as he reached the bottom of a staircase. ACWORTH, GA Authorities in Georgia arrested a 22-year-old suspect accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs Police officer multiple times in November who is also accused of having killed a firefighter and their wife one day prior to the stabbing incident.. On November 18th at approximately 9:30 a.m., police in Cobb County discovered the bodies of Copyright 2022 WGCL. Stream it faster with our re-designed 11Alive+ app onRoku and Amazon Fire TV. Matthew Lanz, 22, of Acworth, is also accused of stabbing and wounding a police officer in neighboring Fulton County in November, two days after the alleged murders. Austin William Lanz, 27, a resident of Acworth, Georgia, is accused of stabbing and killing a Pentagon Police Officer, authorities say. Lanz was shot twice by police when they encountered him in a home on Friday morning in Sandy Springs, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.GBI said he was treated at a hospital and later released into the custody of Sandy Springs Police. A 22-year-old man faces charges in connection with two burglaries in Sandy Springs and the murder of an Acworth couple. November 20, 2021. Lead investigator testified in a hearing against Matthew Lance. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested on multiple charges in Fulton County and faces murder charges in Cobb County. Justin Hicks had served with the Cherokee County Fire Department for six years. The homeowner at the time of the break-in, Phillip Brent, has told The Associated Press it was a culmination of a long harassment campaign against Brent and his then-fiancee.In the 13-count indictment Thursday, Matthew Lanz was charged with malice murder killing with the intent to do so of the Hickses on Nov. 17. The couple,Justin Hicks, 31, and Amber Hicks, 31, were killed in their new home back in November. He has since also been charged in the murders of Cherokee County firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife Amber, who were shot and killed in their home Nov. 18. Funeral held for firefighter, wife killed inside their Cobb County home. Lanz wasn't arrested until a day after the couple's bodies were discovered. In A day after the couple was found dead, Sandy Springs Police confronted the suspect, Lanz, during a home intrusion call - not knowing at the time he was also the suspect in the Acworth case. Matthew Scott Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday in Sandy Springs, Georgia, after allegedly stabbing a police officer, Acworth is about 25 miles northwest of Sandy Springs. Court records in Fulton County show the case is still pending. "I'm not sure we could ever give him enough love, or do enough for him for what he's going to have to go through," Barnett said. He appeared in court on Saturday. Staff writer Tyler Wilkins and data specialist Jennifer Peebles contributed to this report. At this time, Lanz has not been accused of killing the Acworth couple or having anything to do with that case. A grand jury handed down an indictment last week for Matthew Lanz in the deaths of firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife Amber. Lanz has been charged with two felony counts of murder, two counts of aggravated assault, home invasion and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. Lanzs home on Delphinium Boulevard shares a backyard fence with the couples home. Market data provided by Factset. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Lanzs 27-year-old brother, Austin William Lanz, was identified as the man who fatally stabbed a Pentagon police officer and shot himself with the officers gun last August.PENTAGON ATTACK SUSPECT SHOT HIMSELF WITH OFFICER'S GUN, FBI REVEALS, Austin William Lanz, 27, a resident of Acworth, Georgia, is accused of stabbing and killing a Pentagon Police Officer, authorities say. Matthew Lanz, 22, is accused of breaking into a home on Verbena Drive in Acworth some time between Nov. 17 and Nov. 18 and killing Justin and Amber Hicks. The Washington Post reported on Austin Lanz's alleged harassment of the couple that lived in the home before the Hicks. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Lanz is facing two counts of felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, home invasion and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, Cobb police said. The tampering with evidence charge is due to Lanz allegedly removing shell casings from the murder scene in an attempt to avoid his apprehension and prosecution, according to the indictment. Police said they found the couples 2-year-old son inside the home, but that he was unharmed and is now with family members. Their bodies were found in November 2021 after prosecutors allege Lanz broke in and shot and killed them both. Jalen Carter booked into jail for racing in connection to deadly UGA crash, released shortly after, Timeline | TORNADO WATCH until 6am for far north Georgia, Forecast | Shower and storms increase to finish the week, 'Childhood sweethearts' | Couple killed in Acworth home loved each other for most of their lives, described the couple as childhood sweethearts, Suspect who allegedly killed Pentagon officer previously attacked Cobb County deputies in jail, warrants state. Cobb police have since identified Lanz as the suspect in the fatal shootings of Justin Thompson Hicks and his wife, Amber Hicks, both 31. Amber was found still sitting on the couch. Justin and Amber Hicks were shot multiple times inside their home last week. Isnt it time we heard from UGAs Kirby Smart? Thursday, Sandy Springs Police released violent and graphic bodycam video showing the stabbing. Sandy Spring Police said Saturday afternoon that Lanz is being held at the Fulton County Jail where he's facing 10 counts of felony obstruction, 10 counts of attempted murder and 10 counts of aggravated assault on a police officer, as well as additional charges of burglary, home invasion and carrying a concealed weapon without permit. COBB COUNTY, Ga. - A Cobb County grand jury has indicted a man in the alleged killings of his new neighbors a firefighter and his wife and with cruelty to the slain couples toddler, who he allegedly left alone in the home for hours after the murders. "She sang like an angel. We found a gray North Face hoodie in the washing machine that was still damp, said Stannard. Example video title will go here for this video. Sal Ortega. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. The Sandy Springs shooting marked the end of a string of early morning break-ins in a neighborhood off Heards Ferry Road. Police found the gun at his parents home. According to warrants, Lanz assaulted multiple deputies, injuring two of them, as he was getting booked into jail. Suspect killed in stabbing/shooting near Pentagon Tuesday that killed police officer in D.C. is 27 year old Austin Lanz of Acworth. Like us on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/TheSunUSand follow us from our main Twitter account at@TheSunUS, Seven passengers rushed to hospital after 'severe turbulence' on flight, Gabby Petito's family claim cop knew Laundrie was threat in lawsuit update, Jury inspect eerie Murdaugh murder scene where mom & son were executed, US Navy faces being totally outgunned by China in just seven years, says expert, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Justin Hicks (left) and his wife Amber (right) were found dead in November, Matthew Lanz (pictured) is accused of leaving their toddler with their bodies after killing them, Justin Hicks (pictured) was a Cherokee County firefighter, Family said Amber and Justin Hicks were childhood sweethearts, Credit: Facebook/Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services, Body camera footage shows a violent confrontation with the suspect during his arrest. He remains at the Fulton County Jail as of Saturday. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday after police say he broke into a home in Sandy Springs and stabbed a police officer who responded. Another officer shot Lanz, While in custody, police identified Matthew Lanz as the same person who burglarized a home and fatally shot Justin and Amber Hicks, both 31, in Acworth the day before. He was arrested at his home in April for breaking into neighbors home then charged with assaulting two Cobb deputies trying to book him into jail pic.twitter.com/XLqdBpBsm3. Austin Lanz was arrested in April 2021 in connection with a break-in at a home that shares a back fence with his. The Hicks' 2-year-old son, Jacob, was at the home when his parents were found shot to death. Police said Lanz shot and killed Cherokee County ATLANTA, Ga. (CBS46) - Matthew Lanz has now been charged with the murders of an Acworth couple in their home on Wednesday night, according to the Cobb County Police Department. Matthew Lanz, 22, of Acworth, is also accused of stabbing and wounding a police officer in neighboring Fulton County in November, two days after the alleged murders. Their 2-year-old son was not injured. They had their whole life ahead of them, and they leave behind a precious little boy, the fundraiser reads. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Lanz is facing two charges of felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, home invasion, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. We cant understand it, and we are still as a family, and as a community processing it. Court records showed that Austin Lanz had open criminal cases in Cobb on several charges, including aggravated battery against an officer, terroristic threats and burglary. In addition, access background check reports He is accused of murdering his neighbors. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs police officer on Friday, Suspect in Cobb homicides, officers stabbing faces 43 charges in 2 metro Atlanta counties, of a GoFund for Justin & Hicks Memorial Expenses, Class 7A blog: Wheeler-McEachern boys game headlines quarterfinals. A gun, a flashlight and ammunition are among the evidence Cobb County police collected from Lance's car and home. Matthew Scott Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday in Sandy Springs, Georgia, after allegedly stabbing a police officer, who was responding to a burglary in progress, according Their bodies were found in their home the following day. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. He is scheduled for a first appearance in court in Fulton County on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. over the stabbing incident. Matthew Lanz is jailed without bond in Fulton County, where he was arrested Nov. 19 in the stabbing of a Sandy Springs police officer who responded to a burglary report. Its unclear what relationship, if any, Matthew Lanz had with the Hicks family and police have not determined a motive for their murders. Justin served as a firefighter in Cherokee County. Thankfully, their son was spared and now lives with their family members. Matthew Lanz, accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs police officer on Friday, has been charged in the deaths of a firefighter and his wife who were shot at their Cobb County home earlier in the week. At one point, Lanz had duct-taped a massive cardboard sign on the homes front door that said, cryptically, on one side: Im done wondering for real and Wut is the point of that on the other. Matthew Lanz Lanz, who also survived, remained on the ground and continued to struggle against officers, yelling several times as the officer was bleeding. CBS46 has not confirmed the relationship between Austin Lanz and Matthew Lanz although a neighbor, who asked to remain anonymous, says they were brothers. The Sandy Springs Police Department confirmed Matthew Lanz is the younger brother of Austin William Lanz. joined the AJC in 2002 as a features writer. I wish there was a better way to address those mental health issues that people have, said Phillip Brent, who described repeated harassment directed at himself and his then-fiancee. And their baby was their world. The couple and their 2-year-old son shared a backyard fence with Lanz in Acworth, Lanz is also accused of evidence tampering for allegedly taking shell casings from the murder scene, among other charges. In Sandy Springs, he faces 35 counts, including 10 each of felony obstruction, aggravated assault on a police officer and attempted murder on a police officer. Matthew Lanz, 22, is also accused of stabbing of a Sandy Springs, Georgia, police officer in November, two days after the alleged murders. Their bodies were discovered on Thursday morning. The Cobb County Police Department said 22-year-old Matthew Lanz is a suspect in the murder investigation of 31-year-old Timothy Justin Hicks and his wife, 31-year-old Amber Hicks. According to an article in the Washington Post, Austin Lanz reportedly terrorized the couple in Acworth. Multiple homeowners reported burglaries before residents of a home on Cameron Glen Drive discovered an intruder inside, said Sandy Springs Police spokesman Sgt. Matthew Lanz is accused of killing Justin and Amber Hicks in their Acworth home on Nov. 17. The families of Amber and Justin Hicks said this has been a hard year for them, coming to terms with what happened while bracing for the suspect to go on trial. Police were investigating break-ins in the nearby city of Sandy Springs on November 19 when they got a call about another home intrusion. He was rescued by police unharmed. In the video, a man is seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt. The man accused in the couple's deaths also allegedly stabbed a cop before being shot in a scuffle that was caught in body camera footage. 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