Burglary Suspect Critically Injured After Confrontation With Commerce Police
A burglary suspect, identified as 22-year-old Levi Long, is in critical condition after being shot by Commerce police officers on Thursday night. The incident occurred after officers responded to a home invasion on Forest Avenue, where Long allegedly broke in,…
Atlanta, GA, July 20, 2026 —
A 22-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot by Commerce police officers on Thursday night. The suspect has been identified as Levi Long.
The incident unfolded after officers responded to a reported home invasion at a residence on Forest Avenue. According to preliminary reports, Long allegedly broke into the home, confronted the occupants, and caused an injury to an elderly individual by throwing a brick through a window.
Following the initial disturbance, officers located Long on Orchard Drive. During the encounter, Long reportedly lunged at the officers armed with a screwdriver. The officers discharged their firearms, striking Long.
Emergency medical services were called to the scene, and Long was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. The officers involved in the shooting were not injured. The specific details surrounding the confrontation and the timeline of events are currently under investigation by the relevant authorities.
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