Leroy Ramos obituary, Death – A MARTA bus operator, Leroy Ramos, was shot and killed during a dispute over fare payment at the Decatur MARTA station on Friday evening, as reported by MARTA Police Chief Scott Kreher. The incident took place around 6:30 p.m. at the Swanton Way bus circle. MARTA’s emergency dispatch received a call about the shooting, and officers were quickly dispatched to the scene, with nearby officers also alerted along with Decatur police.
The confrontation began with an argument over fare evasion, escalating into a physical altercation that ended with Ramos being shot three times. Ramos, a two-year veteran with MARTA’s bus operations, died from his injuries while being transported to the hospital.
Three suspects were involved in the incident. Two juveniles have been taken into custody, while a third suspect is still at large. Chief Kreher mentioned that efforts to locate the third suspect are ongoing, with assistance from Decatur police. The investigation includes reviewing video footage from the station and the bus, which Kreher believes will help resolve the case swiftly.
Kreher emphasized that the Decatur MARTA station is generally a safe area, but lamented the societal issue of resolving disputes with firearms. He extended condolences to Ramos’s family and stressed the need to end senseless violence.
Further details about the suspects in custody are being withheld as the investigation continues. Authorities plan to release more information, including potential images of the third suspect, once available. They urge anyone with information about the incident to contact MARTA police or Decatur authorities.