FOREST PARK, Ga. — Two teens are now facing charges days after one person was killed and another injured in a Forest Park double shooting.
Forest Park Police said Friday 18-year-old Samari Kora is charged with murder in the April 14 shooting death of 21-year-old Daniel Moreno. A 17-year-old boy is also charged with aggravated assault in the incident, accused of shooting and injuring a 21-year-old man.
In an April 14 statement, police said they received a call about a person shot near Ash Street and Longleaf Drive around 5 p.m. Officers said they found a man, later identified as Moreno, shot dead. A second person, later identified as the 21-year-old, was hurt in the shooting. He was taken to the hospital.
At the time police said they hadn't made an arrest in the incident, releasing a photo of a person of interest which can be seen below.
On Friday, investigators revealed both Kora and the 17-year-old were taken to the Clayton County Jail and charged in the case.
Officers still have not released any information about a motive in the shooting. Police said their criminal investigative division is currently handling the active investigation.
"I want to commend our detectives for their diligent efforts in quickly solving this case. They worked tirelessly during this investigation, collecting evidence, speaking to witnesses, and tracking down leads," Police Chief Nathaniel Clark wrote in a statement. "I want to also thank the public for their continued assistance, prayers, and support. We will continue to do everything within our power to ensure that acts such as these are brought to justice."
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the police department at 404-366-4141 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime stoppers in Greater Atlanta through their online form or by calling 1- 404-577-8477.