🌱 Gwinnett County Jail Medical Negligence + Deadly Shooting

Welcome back, Dacula! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 84 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories in Dacula today:

1. Kaleb Edwards, a former Dacula standout who contributed to the Georgia Tech football team as a defensive back, running back, and on special teams, announced his medical retirement on Monday. During his two seasons, he made 13 tackles as a true freshman in 2021 and 11 tackles the following season before transitioning to running back. Edwards is currently a junior at Georgia Tech. (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
2. Deion Strayhon, 26, died in April 2021 due to alleged medical negligence while in Gwinnett County Jail, leaving his mother, Sherry Strayhon, heartbroken and seeking justice. During a press conference, she expressed her desire for accountability and unanswered questions. Attorneys have filed a lawsuit against NaphCare and members of their medical team, who provided medical treatment to inmates in the Sheriff's Office. (Atlanta CW69)
3. Esteven Avila-Vega, 26, and his girlfriend, Sulma Mejia-Orellana, also 26, were identified as suspects in the deadly shooting of a father of six during a baby shower in Gwinnett County. Both were arrested by detectives within 12 hours of the shooting. The motive for the shooting remains unclear. (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Today and tomorrow in Dacula:

Wednesday, April 19

• Early Learning | Toddler Time At Gwinnett County Public Library Dacula Branch (2:30 PM)

Thursday, April 20

• Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver Support Group At Gwinnett County Public Library Dacula Branch (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office is preparing its Fresh Start Garden for the Spring Harvest. They invite county residents to stay tuned for updates about the Gwinnett Re-entry Intervention Program (GRIP). (Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
• Gas South District shared instructions to get a voucher for your free ticket for Disney On Ice's "Reading Is Cool." Additionally, participate in its Disney On Ice Insta story trivia to show off your Disney fandom. (Gas South District via Instagram)
• Gwinnett County Public Library introduced Amber, a new addition to the library system's volunteer team. She is a meal distribution volunteer that's bright, reliable, and friendly! Her dedication to our community makes her a shining example of everything that makes volunteering so special. (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)

That's it for today! I'll see you soon.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.