Man Shot by Police in Mableton Identified as Gary Huel Jones

Dec 14, 2010 - 14:55
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Man Shot by Police in Mableton Identified as Gary Huel Jones

MABLETON, Ga. - Cobb County officials have identified a man shot to death by police in Mableton.

Investigators say the shooting happened Sunday night. They say they received a report of a man armed with a knife, and two uniformed officers were sent to the scene.

They say officers attempted to persuade 29-year-old Gary Huel Jones, who was inside the home, to surrender peacefully.

Officials say Jones confronted the officers with a knife, compelling the officers to shoot him.

Officials say an investigation continues.

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