Man Charged in Murder of Woman Confronting Burglars in Georgia
Marquel heard, 33, has been charged with felony murder and criminal attempt to commit burglary in connection with the death of Ana Scott, who was fatally shot while confronting intruders at her DeKalb County, Georgia home. Heard was arrested in Birmingham, Alabama, on January 11, 2024, according to the WSB-TV.
Details of the Incident
Investigators believe Scott,an aspiring veterinarian,became aware of the burglary in progress after receiving a notification from her Ring doorbell camera,which showed the intruders breaking into her home. She was shot when she attempted to confront the burglars. Scott worked at a veterinary clinic in Decatur prior to her death.
Inquiry and Arrest
Heard is currently being held in Jefferson County Jail in Alabama awaiting extradition to DeKalb County, georgia. Police are still searching for the other two individuals involved in the burglary and have not yet released their identities or any details regarding a possible connection to Heard. The DeKalb County Police Department is leading the investigation.
Family Statement
Scott’s family shared a statement with Channel 2 Action News, expressing their grief and calling for justice. “Our family is heartbroken by the death of our Ana. We are devastated that her life was so prematurely taken from us and from those who loved her so much,” the statement read. “Ana was a warm and caring person. The brutal nature of her death shocks our family to our core, and we want to see her killers brought to justice.”
Key Takeaways
- Marquel Heard has been arrested and charged with felony murder in the death of Ana Scott.
- Scott was shot after being alerted to a burglary at her home via her Ring doorbell camera.
- Police are still searching for two other suspects involved in the incident.
- Scott’s family is seeking justice for her death.
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