Marietta SWAT Standoff: 2 Dead in Tragic Murder-Suicide

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Two individuals were found dead in a Marietta SWAT standoff, identified as 35-year-old Courtney Dobberson-Watts and 37-year-old Michael Allen Reno. Reno, accused of stealing weapons and cash, barricaded himself inside a home where Dobberson-Watts was renting. The police attempted to coax him out after a failed vehicle stop, leading to the tragic discovery. Authorities suspect a murder-suicide. The Marietta Police Department continues to investigate, urging anyone with information to come forward. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 for support.

Tragic Marietta SWAT Standoff Ends in Two Deaths

MARIETTA, Ga. – A tragic incident unfolded in Marietta, Georgia, where a suspect and a woman were found dead inside a home surrounded by police and local SWAT. The incident, which took place on Amy Drive NE, resulted in the deaths of 35-year-old Courtney Dobberson-Watts and 37-year-old Michael Allen Reno.

Police Confrontation Leads to Standoff

The Marietta Police Department was alerted to the situation when they attempted to pull over Michael Allen Reno for driving with stolen plates or in a stolen vehicle. Reno then fled to a residence on Amy Drive NE, where Courtney Dobberson-Watts was renting a home. As officers tried to coax Reno out of the vehicle, he ran into the house and barricaded himself inside. It is believed that Reno and Dobberson-Watts were in a relationship.

SWAT Intervention and Tragic Discovery

As the standoff continued, Marietta police and SWAT teams surrounded the property, working to bring the situation to a peaceful resolution. However, by 10:40 p.m., officials were forced to enter the home, where they discovered the lifeless bodies of Reno and Dobberson-Watts. The authorities suspect that the incident was a case of murder-suicide.

Continued Investigation and Support

The Marietta Police Department has stated that the case remains under investigation, and they are urging anyone with information to come forward. Those who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers Greater Atlanta at 404-577-8477. Additionally, if anyone is feeling distressed or in need of emotional support, they can reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

In this tragic turn of events, the Marietta community is left shocked and saddened by the loss of two lives. The authorities are working diligently to uncover the circumstances that led to this devastating outcome.