Person killed in stabbing in Atlanta near popular Beltline walking trail

Published August 23, 2026 7:37pm ET | Updated August 24, 2026 9:49am ET



A man died after being stabbed on Sunday afternoon in Atlanta near the Beltline, a popular walking trail that stretches through much of the city.

The incident occurred at 725 Ponce de Leon Avenue shortly after 4 p.m., according to Chief of Police Darin Schierbaum. The victim is a 29-year-old male whose last known address indicates he was a resident of the city.

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