Suspect in custody for Manchester murder

The Manchester Police Department announced a suspect is in custody for murder over the weekend there. The name of the victim and the suspect were not revealed in the latest press release Monday July 13, 2026.

On Sunday, July 12, 2026, at approximately 2:32 p.m., officers with the Manchester Police Department responded to the 500 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive regarding a report of a person who had been shot. Upon arrival, officers located an adult victim inside a white SUV suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Officers immediately began CPR until fire and EMS personnel arrived. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where they were later pronounced deceased.

Detectives with the Manchester Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division (CID) responded to the scene and requested the assistance of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). Manchester Police officers secured the scene and detained all involved parties pending the investigation. Upon arrival, the GBI assumed the lead investigative role.

During the investigation, a suspect was identified, taken into custody, and charged with murder.

This investigation remains active. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Manchester Police Department or the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

The Manchester Police Department extends its sincere appreciation to the Meriwether County Sheriff’s Office, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), Meriwether County Fire & EMS, and all responding personnel for their professionalism, cooperation, and assistance throughout this incident.