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Teen accused of killing bus driver over $2.50 fare turns self in, Georgia cops say

According to MARTA police, three juveniles argued with Ramos on Jan. 3 at the Decatur Station. The dispute was suspected to be over a $2.50 fare, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and other news outlets reported.

WSB Atlanta on MSN · 17h

‘We stand with you in sorrow:’ MARTA CEO responds to driver being killed over $2.50 bus fare

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Leroy Ramos, a 47-year-old MARTA bus driver, was killed last week after getting into an argument with three teenagers who refused to pay the $2.50 bus fare. On Wednesday, MARTA General Manager, CEO Collie Greenwood released a statement where he spoke about the “unprecedented tragedy.”

USA TODAY on MSN · 18h

It was a dispute over a $2.50 bus fare. Now a bus driver is dead and 3 teens are charged.

Three juvenile suspects linked to the fatal shooting of a Georgia bus driver are now in police custody, officials say. Leroy Ramos, a 47-year-old driver, was shot multiple times on Friday night amid an argument over refusing to pay the $2.

WWL Radio New Orleans on MSN · 21h

Third teen in custody for killing bus driver over $2.50 fare

A third teen has been charged in connection to the shooting death of a bus operator in DeKalb County, Georgia. He turned himself over to the authorities on Monday evening.

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MARTA Police arrest, charge suspect accused of shooting bus driver in Decatur

Police Department have arrested and charged a suspect accused of fatally shooting a bus driver on Friday, Jan. 3, at the ...

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MARTA to run more trains in downtown Atlanta for several major New Year's events

Service will be increased for the Peach Drop, the Chick-fil-A Bowl parade and game, and the Peachtree Polar Opposite Race.

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MARTA redesigning bus routes to create a ‘smarter, faster, and better system’

ATLANTA — Big changes could soon be coming to The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA). MARTA announced they will hold public input sessions beginning in December and ...

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MARTA Adds Train Service for NYE Events

The Atlanta transit agency will run additional trains to accommodate traffic to sporting and cultural events downtown over the New Year’s holiday.

THE WEEK4d

How public transportation can adapt to suburban sprawl

Atlanta is a notoriously car-dependent city. So it's no surprise that the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA), which began running 42 years ago, has always been a bit of ...

Janesville Gazette7d

Atlanta transit agency to provide free shuttles to Carter Center for viewing of former president

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority announced it will provide free shuttles from King Memorial Station for anyone wishing to visit The Carter Presidential Center this weekend as ...

FOX 5 Atlanta13d

MARTA boosting train service for NYE, Peach Bowl and Polar Opposite Race

ATLANTA - The Metropolitan Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is ramping up its train services to accommodate the large crowds expected for three major upcoming events in downtown Atlanta ...

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MARTA Enhances Train Frequency for New Year's Events, Promises Safe Transit in Atlanta

MARTA enhances train service for New Year's events in Atlanta, with more frequent trains and extended hours for safety and ...

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Fulton Jury Returns Defense Verdict After Pedestrian Killed by MARTA Bus

Fulton County Superior Court jury returns defense verdict 5 years after MARTA bus struck and killed a pedestrian. Collaborating plaintiff counsel with The Cochran Firm and The Summerville Firm ...

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