Zadarious Dorsey Obituary, Newnan, GA: 18-Year-Old Dies After Officer-Involved Shooting During Foot Chase
NEWNAN, Georgia — Zadarious Dorsey, an 18-year-old Newnan resident, died after being shot multiple times by a Newnan police officer during a foot chase early Friday morning, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
The incident occurred at approximately 1 a.m. after a Newnan police officer encountered five men inside a white vehicle near Dodson Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
According to the GBI’s preliminary account, the officer followed the vehicle until it stopped on Cliff Circle. When the officer approached and attempted to speak with the driver, all five occupants reportedly exited the vehicle.
One of the men reportedly walked toward a nearby residence, while the other four fled the area on foot.
Foot Chase Ends in Fatal Shooting
The GBI said the officer pursued Dorsey during the foot chase and repeatedly instructed him to stop. Investigators reported that Dorsey continued running despite the commands.
The officer then deployed a Taser, but investigators said it was ineffective.
According to the officer’s account provided to investigators, the officer saw Dorsey remove a firearm from his waistband during the pursuit. The officer reportedly ordered him to stop and drop the weapon before firing several shots.
Dorsey was struck by the gunfire and transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Investigation Underway
No police officers were injured during the incident.
Following the shooting, GBI agents and crime scene technicians responded to the location as part of the investigation. Investigators recovered a firearm at the scene, according to the preliminary information released by the bureau.
The GBI is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Its preliminary findings describe the events based on information gathered during the early stages of the investigation, and additional details could emerge as the investigation progresses.
Key Details
Detail Information
Name Zadarious Dorsey
Age 18
Residence Newnan, Georgia
Incident location Newnan, Georgia
Approximate time Around 1 a.m. Friday
Incident type Officer-involved shooting
Investigating agency Georgia Bureau of Investigation
Police officers injured None reported
Weapon recovered A firearm was recovered at the scene, according to the GBI
Outcome Dorsey died at a nearby hospital from his injuries
Cause of death Fatal gunshot injuries
A Community Awaits Further Answers
The death of Zadarious Dorsey has placed attention on the circumstances surrounding the fatal encounter between the teenager and the Newnan police officer.
The GBI investigation is expected to examine the events leading up to the foot chase, the officer’s use of force, the reported firearm, and the circumstances that resulted in Dorsey being shot.
Further information will depend on the findings of the ongoing investigation and any additional statements released by authorities.
