Former Falcons player’s brother charged with murder after mother found dead at Atlanta townhome - WSB-TV
The brother of former NFL player Calais Campbell has been charged with murder following a wellness check at an Atlanta townhome.
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The brief
Authorities in Atlanta discovered an elderly woman dead at a residence in Buckhead during a wellness check. Following the discovery, a man was detained at the scene.
Coverage from NBC Sports, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Syracuse.com, Yahoo Sports, and WSB-TV confirms that the man charged with murder is the brother of former Falcons player Calais Campbell. Future updates will depend on official statements from the Atlanta police regarding the circumstances of the incident and the ongoing legal proceedings for the suspect.
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Quick answers
Who has been charged in this case?
The brother of former NFL player Calais Campbell is facing murder charges.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident took place at a townhome located in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.
How was the victim discovered?
Police discovered the woman after conducting a wellness check at the residence.
Coverage (7)
- Brother of NFL star Calais Campbell charged with the murder of their mother CBS Sports · 3h ago
- Mother of Ravens Calais Campbell found dead, brother facing charges WBAL-TV · 3h ago
- Calais Campbell’s brother charged with murder in the death of their mother NBC Sports · 3h ago
- ‘Elderly’ woman dead, man detained after wellness check at Buckhead home, police say Atlanta Journal-Constitution · 3h ago
- NFL star’s mom found dead, his brother charged with murder Syracuse.com · 3h ago
- NFL star Campbell's brother charged with murder in mother's death Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- Former Falcons player’s brother charged with murder after mother found dead at Atlanta townhome WSB-TV · 3h ago
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