Gwinnett Police ID Victims In Fatal Quadruple Shooting In Buford

BUFORD, GA — Gwinnett police have identified the victims of a fatal quadruple shooting that occurred last week at an apartment complex in Buford.

According to police, on May 12, officers arrived shortly before 2:30 a.m. in response to a shooting reported at Preston Hills at Mill Creek Apartments at 2910 Buford Dr.

Once on scene, police found a dead man in the kitchen of an apartment unit. Officers have since identified him as 24-year-old Edgar J. Cruz Fuentes of Buford. A second victim, Deniss Becerra, 27, of Buford died at the hospital.

A third victim, Ronald R. Cruz-Fuentes, 20, of Buford remains in critical condition. A fourth victim, Lillian Kayarath, 20, from Lawrenceville was treated and released from the hospital.

At this time, investigators said a motive for the fatal shooting is not clear and witnesses are encouraged to call GCPD Investigators or Atlanta Crime Stoppers with any useful information.

To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Atlanta Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.