DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – A mother in DeKalb County is left heartbroken after her son, Antonio Adler, was tragically shot and killed by a stranger last month. The incident occurred in the parking lot of the Shops at Water’s Edge on Rockbridge Road, according to authorities from the DeKalb County Police Department.
Juanique Carrington, the mother of the victim, expressed her devastation over the senseless act that took her only son’s life. Carrington shared that Antonio had gone to the barbershop at the shopping center to get a haircut at around 3 p.m. on the day of the shooting.
Witnesses in the area recounted the events leading up to the fatal encounter between Antonio and the shooter, describing a brief exchange that escalated into violence. Carrington revealed that her son was gunned down in his car as he was leaving the parking lot.
Describing her son as a recent graduate of HVAC school who was employed by Pepsi and had aspirations of buying his own home, Carrington painted a picture of a young man full of potential and dreams that will now remain unfulfilled. She emphasized Antonio’s loving and respectful nature, highlighting the pain she feels over his untimely death.
As the investigation continues and no arrests have been made, Carrington remains hopeful that justice will be served. She shared that community members have come forward with information on the identity of the shooter, providing a glimmer of hope in the midst of her grief.
The tragic loss of Antonio Adler serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of senseless violence in communities. As Carrington grapples with the loss of her son, she holds onto cherished memories of his kindhearted nature and the bright future he had ahead of him. The DeKalb County Police Department is working diligently to bring closure to the case and hold those responsible for the shooting accountable.