Barrow County juvenile arrested for murder of another juvenile

The Barrow County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a tragic crime which left one juvenile dead and another locked up in the Barrow County juvenile detention center.

From the Barrow County Police Department: 

On April 12th, 2018 at 1336 hours, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office responded to 454 East Midland Avenue in reference to a deceased person. While enroute, deputies were advised this call was possibly in reference to a murder at that residence. Upon arrival, deputies made contact with two individuals outside of the residence and then entered the residence to make sure the scene was safe.

Upon entering the residence, it was determined there was a deceased female in one of the bedrooms and the residence was then secured awaiting the arrival of Barrow County Sheriff’s Office investigators and crime scene personnel.

The Barrow County Sheriff’s Office personnel received information that the suspect had left on foot shortly before their arrival so they initiated a search for the suspect. Approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour later the suspect was apprehended.

The suspect is being detained at a regional youth detention center. The suspect and the victim are both juveniles therefore the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office is not releasing any names or other information at this time.