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Life Sentence for Deadly DeKalb Shooting
3 Sep
Summary
- Man sentenced to life for 2025 fatal shooting.
- Killer used untraceable 'ghost gun'.
- Shooting followed a physical altercation.
A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for a deadly shooting that took place on March 6, 2025. Azavier Lilly was found guilty of malice murder and other charges related to the killing of Rashad Walker, 28.
DeKalb County police responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment complex and discovered Walker deceased at the scene. Investigators learned that Walker had been involved in a physical fight that attracted onlookers.
During the trial, testimony revealed the murder weapon was a 'ghost gun.' These weapons are assembled from parts lacking serial numbers, making them untraceable.
Following the guilty verdict, a judge handed down the life sentence, which includes the possibility of parole for Lilly.
