ATHENS, Ga. — Three young men are facing murder charges following an armed robbery attempt last week.
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Around 8:16 p.m. on Nov.6, Athens-Clarke County police responded to a person down call in the 100 block of Madison Ave.
When officers arrived, they found Antonio Jewell, 22, of Winterville, on the sidewalk. While First responders attempted life-saving measures, Jewell died from his injuries at the scene, police said.
Investigators learned Jewell’s death stemmed from an armed robbery attempt.
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On Monday, ACCPD arrested three suspects in connection with the 22-year-old’s death.
Samtavious Clark, 23, Jeremiah Gresham,18, and Dion Nesbitt, 18, all from Athens, were charged with murder/malice murder, armed robbery, possession of a firearm during commission of/ attempt to commit certain felonies, and criminal street gang charges. All three were booked into the Clarke County Jail.
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The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding the case is asked to contact Det. Harrison via email at David.Harrision@accgov.com or call 762-400-7361 or contact Det. Lister via email at Hovie.Lister@accgov.com or call 762-400-7333.
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