This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Police found the couple dead inside their Acworth home around 9:30 a.m. Thursday, hours after the shootings took place. November 20, 2021. Matthew Lanz Lanz, who also survived, remained on the ground and continued to struggle against officers, yelling several times as the officer was bleeding. Amber Hicks had gunshot wounds to her leg, wrist and face. COBB COUNTY, Ga. A grand jury has indicted a man following thedeaths of an Acworth couple last year. "I hope that they can look him in the face, see justice served, and ultimately forgive him," Barnett said. He has since also been charged in the murders of Cherokee County firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife Amber, who were shot and killed in their home Nov. 18. The homeowner at the time of the break-in, Phillip Brent, has told The Associated Press it was a culmination of a long harassment campaign against Brent and his then-fiancee. Body camera footage shows the scuffle that ensued as Lanz allegedly stabbed an officer in the back of the neck when he reached the bottom of the staircase. Matthew Lanz, 22, is also accused of stabbing of a Sandy Springs, Georgia, police officer in November, two days after the alleged murders. 11Alive reached out to the Cobb County District Attorney's Office for comment and has not heard back as of Thursday evening. And we also discovered ammunition.. Lanz, according to the indictment, was charged with cruelty to children for causing "cruel and excessive physical and mental pain," to the child by leaving him "alone and unsupervised for approximately 12 hours during which Jacob Hicks was unable to feed himself, change his diaper, or get the attention of his parents.". Video showed the man stabbing the officer in the back of the neck as he reached the bottom of a staircase. The Sandy Springs shooting marked the end of a string of early morning break-ins in a neighborhood off Heards Ferry Road. SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. Police said Saturday that Matthew Lanz, the 22-year-old suspect in the stabbing of a Sandy Springs officer during a home intrusion on By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Police arrested Matthew Lanz, 22, after he allegedly broke into another home in Sandy Springs on Friday. of Cobb County. Their bodies were discovered on Thursday morning. Matthew Scott Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday in Sandy Springs, Georgia, after allegedly stabbing a police officer, Acworth is about 25 miles northwest of Sandy Springs. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday after police say he broke into a home in Sandy Springs and stabbed a police officer who responded. Cellphone data also showed Lanz at the scene of the crime in Acworth around 9 p.m. Lanzs parents and the Hicks were neighbors who shared a backyard fence. According to the GBI, when officers made contact with Lanz, "he suddenly attacked one of the officers, stabbing him repeatedly in the back and neck area.". Example video title will go here for this video. A man with the same last name and address as Lanz, 27-year-old Austin Lanz, was arrested for breaking into the same home on Verbena in April. He then shot and killed himself. Matthew Scott Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday in Sandy Springs, Georgia, after allegedly stabbing a police officer, who was responding to a burglary in progress, according ACWORTH, GA Authorities in Georgia arrested a 22-year-old suspect accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs Police officer multiple times in November who is also accused of having killed a firefighter and their wife one day prior to the stabbing incident.. On November 18th at approximately 9:30 a.m., police in Cobb County discovered the bodies of In the video, a man is seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt. In August, Austin Lanz ambushed and stabbed a Pentagon police officer to death and was then shot and killed by police. "It will be like reliving it over and over and over. Officials: Suspect in Cobb County murders, police stabbing is brother of suspect in Pentagon officer attack. ATLANTA, Ga. (CBS46) - Matthew Lanz has now been charged with the murders of an Acworth couple in their home on Wednesday night, according to the Cobb Lanzs 27-year-old brother, Austin William Lanz, was identified as the man who fatally stabbed a Pentagon police officer and shot himself with the officers gun last August.PENTAGON ATTACK SUSPECT SHOT HIMSELF WITH OFFICER'S GUN, FBI REVEALS, Austin William Lanz, 27, a resident of Acworth, Georgia, is accused of stabbing and killing a Pentagon Police Officer, authorities say. Lanz reportedly stabbed a Sandy Springs police officer multiple times during the confrontation. [RELATED: Firefighter and wife murdered inside their Cobb County home, He was a loving father, he served his community, a good Christian man, and he loves his little boy," he said. The girl could sing, it was amazing," he said. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. Austin Lanz was later charged with two felony counts of aggravated battery of an officer for allegedly attacking deputies while being processed at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center. He is scheduled for a first appearance in court in Fulton County on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. over the stabbing incident. Legal Statement. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Justin was a firefighter in Cherokee County and was excited about recently finishing a paramedic training program. The Sandy Springs Police Department confirmed Matthew Lanz is the younger brother of Austin William Lanz. Currently, Matthew lives in Judith Johnson Alisa Yang, and Elizabeth Shortland. The couple,Justin Hicks, 31, and Amber Hicks, 31, were killed in their home in November of 2021. In the murder of the Hicks, Cobb County Police said earlier this week the couple was believed to be shot to death and that they did not have evidence the suspect had stayed in the area. Matthew Lanz of Acworth was being held at the Fulton County Jail facing multiple charges related to a Sandy Springs break-in. Records show Lanz was a resident of a neighboring property to the house where Justin and Amber Hicks were found killed in their home on Thursday. The Hicks' 2-year-old son, Jacob, was at the home when his parents were found shot to death. Sandy Springs police said their officer was stabbed six times, with one of the wounds directly in the back of his neck. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Lanz wasn't arrested until a day after the couple's bodies were discovered. When police found the child, he was physically unharmed, WXIA-TV reported.Matthew Lanz is jailed without bond in Fulton County, where he was arrested Nov. 19 in the stabbing of a Sandy Springs police officer who responded to a burglary report. "[Justin] has always been recognized as a happy, funny, loved by many kind of guy," Cherokee County Fire Chief Tim Prather said in a statement following his death. Lanz, who also survived, remained on the ground and continued to struggle against officers, yelling several times as the officer was bleeding. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Funeral held for firefighter, wife killed inside their Cobb County home Justin and Amber Hicks were shot multiple times inside their home last week. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]. Matthew Lanz is accused of killing Justin and Amber Hicks in their Acworth home on Nov. 17. The indictment accuses him of causing their 2-year-old son physical and mental pain because the child was alone for 12 hours, "unable to feed himself, change his diaper, or get the attention of his parents." "They loved everybody. We found a gray North Face hoodie in the washing machine that was still damp, said Stannard. Matthew Lanz, accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs police officer on Friday, has been charged in the deaths of a firefighter and his wife who were shot at their Cobb County home earlier in the week. Multiple homeowners reported burglaries before residents of a home on Cameron Glen Drive discovered an intruder inside, said Sandy Springs Police spokesman Sgt. Matthew Lanz is jailed without bond in Fulton County, where he was arrested Nov. 19 in the stabbing of a Sandy Springs police officer who responded to a burglary The couples 2-year-old son was found unharmed in the home and is now with family members. Their little boy was just 2 years old when Amber and Justin were killed inside their home last year. Sandy Springs authorities are asking anyone with additional information on this case to contact Detective Needham at CNeedham@SandySpringsGa.Gov or by calling 770-551-2563. Matthew Lanz Lanz, who also survived, remained on the ground and continued to struggle against officers, yelling several times as the officer was bleeding. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Their toddler was found at the home unhurt, but police say he was left with the bodies of his parents for up to 12 hours. Example video title will go here for this video. Lanz, according to the indictment, was charged with cruelty to children for causing "cruel and excessive physical and mental pain," to the child by leaving him "alone and unsupervised for approximately 12 hours during which Jacob Hicks was unable to feed himself, change his diaper, or get the attention of his parents.". A gun, a flashlight and ammunition are among the evidence Cobb County police collected from Lance's car and home. Records show that Lanz is currently being held in the Fulton County Jail on multiple charges including criminal attempt to commit murder, aggravated assault and obstruction of law enforcement officers. ATLANTA, Ga. (CBS46) - Matthew Lanz has now been charged with the murders of an Acworth couple in their home on Wednesday night, according to the Cobb County Police Department. Lead investigator testified in a hearing against Matthew Lance A gun, a flashlight and ammunition are among the evidence Cobb County police collected from Lance's car and home. "She had probably the biggest heart of any person I've ever met.". Matthew Lanz is accused of killing Justin and Amber Hicks in their Acworth home on Nov. 17. The home was owned by another family at that time. Stannard said Justin Hicks had gunshot wounds to his head, shoulder and torso. Home intruder shot by police after stabbing Sandy Springs officer multiple times Police said that several neighbors had called police about a suspicious man who was possibly burglarizing homes. On November 18th, we woke up to a nightmare. Police say 2 found dead in Cobb County home were shot by unknown suspect, Cobb police are investigating the homicide of a couple in their Acworth home, WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta facebook feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta twitter feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta instagram feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta youtube feed(Opens a new window). Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. In April, Austin Lanz stabbed a police officer for the Pentagon to death in Washington, D.C. The Hicks family just moved into the home on Verbena Drive in September. Lanz is currently being held at the Fulton County Jail. Investigators say other officers shot at Lanz, hitting him twice. Police had given him a warning to stop the harassment before he was eventually arrested. Matthew Lanz, who stabbed a police officer multiple times in Sandy Springs on Friday, lived next door to the couple who were murdered in their Acworth home, according to police. (Cobb County Sheriff's Office). Lanz has been charged with two felony counts of murder, two counts of aggravated assault, home invasion and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. Lanzs home on Delphinium Boulevard shares a backyard fence with the couples home. Home intruder shot by police after stabbing Sandy Springs officer multiple times. ACWORTH, Ga. The families of Amber and Justin Hicks are calling for justice one year after the Acworth couple was killed in their home with their 2-year-old inside. "Emotionally, very difficult. Records obtained by CBS46 confirm that Lanz lived next door to the couple onDelphinium Boulevard. Police said that several neighbors had called police about a suspicious man who was possibly burglarizing homes. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday after police say he broke into a home in Sandy Springs and stabbed a police officer who responded. "She sang like an angel. The couple and their 2-year-old son shared a backyard fence with Lanz in Acworth, Lanz is also accused of evidence tampering for allegedly taking shell casings from the murder scene, among other charges. Jalen Carter booked into jail for racing in connection to deadly UGA crash, released shortly after, Timeline | TORNADO WATCH until 6am for far north Georgia, Forecast | Shower and storms increase to finish the week, 'Childhood sweethearts' | Couple killed in Acworth home loved each other for most of their lives, described the couple as childhood sweethearts, Suspect who allegedly killed Pentagon officer previously attacked Cobb County deputies in jail, warrants state. On Saturday, Cobb County police said they had warrants to charge Matthew Lanz, 22, with murder. [RELATED: Firefighter and wife murdered inside their Cobb County home, toddler son found safe]. The officer who was stabbed has since recovered and returned to duty, WSB-TV reported.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPSandy Springs police have charged Lanz with 35 felony counts, including 10 each of attempted murder of a police officer, aggravated assault on a police officer, and felony obstruction.Charges in Cobb County include tampering with evidence for allegedly removing shell casings from the murder scene, WAGA-TV reported. Matthew Lanz of Acworth is currently in the Fulton County Jail and facing multiple charges related to a Sandy Springs break-in. Lanz is also accused of evidence tampering for allegedly taking shell casings from the murder scene, among other charges. CBS46 also just learned that the Sandy Springs officer has been released from the hospital and is recovering at home with his family. The homeowner at the time of the break-in, Phillip Brent, has told The Associated Press it was a culmination of a long harassment campaign against Brent and his then-fiancee.In the 13-count indictment Thursday, Matthew Lanz was charged with malice murder killing with the intent to do so of the Hickses on Nov. 17. Associated Press that the system failed to help the troubled young man who was harassing them. "It barely missed his brain, Sandy Springs Major Benjie Cain told local ABC affiliate WSB-TV. He also reportedly assaulted multiple deputies as he was being booked into jail. Their families said this has been a really hard year for them coming to terms with what happened while bracing for the suspect to go on trial. Lanz was last in court on Oct. 26 and does not have another court date scheduled in Cobb County. He is accused of murdering his neighbors. Jose also learned the timeline of the moments that led up to the murder. The same man is also accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs officer in a separate incident a day later; the wounded cop survived the attack. It feels like it was just a clear failure of our system to help someone out who needed that help., Police say 2 found dead in Cobb County home were shot by unknown suspect Cobb police are investigating the homicide of a couple in their Acworth home. COBB COUNTY, Ga. - A Cobb County grand jury has indicted a man in the alleged killings of his new neighbors a firefighter and his wife and with cruelty to the slain couples toddler, who he allegedly left alone in the home for hours after the murders. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Stream it faster with our re-designed 11Alive+ app onRoku and Amazon Fire TV. Their 2-year-old child was left unharmed. joined the AJC in 2002 as a features writer. While in custody, police identified Matthew Lanz as the same person who burglarized a home and fatally shot Justin and Amber Hicks, both 31, in Acworth the day before. Example video title will go here for this video. Lanzs 27-year-old brother, Austin William Lanz, was identified as the man who fatally stabbed a Pentagon police officer and shot himself with the officers gun last August. The man accused of killing a young couple inside their Acworth home last year is due in court Tuesday for an arraignment. Timothy Justin Hicks was found on the floor right next to the couch, said detective Zackary Stannard. Police were investigating break-ins in the nearby city of Sandy Springs on November 19 when they got a call about another home intrusion. The man accused in the couple's deaths also allegedly stabbed a cop before being shot in a scuffle that was caught in body camera footage. Police say he stabbed an officer who Thursday, Sandy Springs Police released violent and graphic bodycam video showing the stabbing. A TODDLER was left with the bodies of his mom and firefighter dad for hours after an intruder killed the couple, according to police. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday after police say he broke into a home in Sandy Springs and stabbed a police officer who responded. Police say he stabbed an officer who responded. Example video title will go here for this video. Lanz was shot twice by police when they encountered him in a home on Friday morning in Sandy Springs, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.GBI said he was treated at a hospital and later released into the custody of Sandy Springs Police. The couple,Justin Hicks, 31, and Amber Hicks, 31, were killed in their new home back in November. It was owned by another couple at that time. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Jalen Carter booked into jail for racing in connection to deadly UGA crash, released shortly after, Timeline | TORNADO WATCH until 6am for far north Georgia, Forecast | Shower and storms increase to finish the week, eleased violent and graphic bodycam video, Bodycam video released | Man stabs Sandy Springs officer after allegedly murdering couple day before, Lanz brothers had history of crime at Acworth home before couple's murder, records show, Suspect in murder of Acworth couple is man who allegedly stabbed Sandy Springs officer. Their 2-year-old son was unharmed. According to a booking report from the Cobb County Sheriffs Office, Austin Lanz lived at the same address as his brother but its unclear whether they lived at this house on Delphinium Boulevard at the same time. All rights reserved. Isnt it time we heard from UGAs Kirby Smart? They had their whole life ahead of them, and they leave behind a precious little boy, the fundraiser reads. Police said they found the couples 2-year-old son inside the home, but that he was unharmed and is now with family members. Matthew Lanz court hearing | Murder of Justin and Amber Another officer shot Lanz, who was treated at the hospital before being taken into custody. "Two literal angels on earth have been taken too soon. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested on multiple charges in Fulton County and faces murder charges in Cobb County. At the time that Austin Lanz was killed, the previous owners of the home on Verbena Drive told the Associated Press that the system failed to help the troubled young man who was harassing them. Investigators said the attack on the officer was unprovoked. Police said Lanz shot and killed Cherokee County He appeared in court on Saturday. "Our Amber & Justin have been taken from us in such a senseless act," a GoFundMe for the family said. Above video: Your Tuesday headlinesMARIETTA, Ga. (AP) A Cobb County grand jury has indicted a man in the alleged killings of his new neighbors a firefighter and his wife and with cruelty to the slain couples toddler, who he allegedly left alone in the home for hours after the murders, news outlets reported.Matthew Lanz, 22, of Acworth, is Jalen Carter booked into jail for racing in connection to deadly UGA crash, released shortly after, Timeline | TORNADO WATCH until 6am for far north Georgia, Forecast | Shower and storms increase to finish the week, Matthew Lanz, the Hicks' neighbor, has been charged, Arraignment delayed for man suspected of killing couple inside Acworth, Community vows to support Acworth 2-year-old after parents are killed in home, 'Childhood sweethearts' | Couple killed in Acworth home loved each other for most of their lives. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]. Many questions remain about the Cobb County killings. Justin and Amber Hicks were shot multiple times inside their home last week. Barnett added their families have come together to support Amber and Justin's precious boy and each other as they prepare for Lanz to stand trial in connection to their deaths. Suspect killed in stabbing/shooting near Pentagon Tuesday that killed police officer in D.C. is 27 year old Austin Lanz of Acworth. Austin William Lanz, 27, a resident of Acworth, Georgia, is accused of stabbing and killing a Pentagon Police Officer, authorities say. Family and friends said the Hicks were childhood sweethearts who grew up down the street from each other. The families of Amber and Justin Hicks said this has been a hard year for them, coming to terms with what happened while bracing for the suspect to go on trial. The tampering with evidence charge is due to Lanz allegedly removing shell casings from the murder scene in an attempt to avoid his apprehension and prosecution, according to the indictment. All rights reserved. Family members said they were childhood sweethearts, growing up down the street from each other. Matthew Lanz, 22, was shot twice by officers in Sandy Springs on Friday. A hearing set for Tuesday morning will be re-scheduled due to a scheduling conflict. 22-year-old Matthew Lanz is a suspect in the murder investigation of 31-year-old Timothy Justin Hicks and his wife, 31-year-old Amber Hicks. Arrest records showed that in April this year, Austin Lanz was taken into custody on criminal trespass and burglary charges for entering his neighbor's house - the same home the Hicks recently moved into. The Washington Post reported on Austin Lanz's alleged harassment of the couple that lived in the home before the Hicks. Prior to encountering Lanz at a home on Cameron Glen Drive, Sandy Springs PD said multiple residents in the area called police to report home intrusions. Like us on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/TheSunUSand follow us from our main Twitter account at@TheSunUS, Seven passengers rushed to hospital after 'severe turbulence' on flight, Gabby Petito's family claim cop knew Laundrie was threat in lawsuit update, Jury inspect eerie Murdaugh murder scene where mom & son were executed, US Navy faces being totally outgunned by China in just seven years, says expert, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Justin Hicks (left) and his wife Amber (right) were found dead in November, Matthew Lanz (pictured) is accused of leaving their toddler with their bodies after killing them, Justin Hicks (pictured) was a Cherokee County firefighter, Family said Amber and Justin Hicks were childhood sweethearts, Credit: Facebook/Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services, Body camera footage shows a violent confrontation with the suspect during his arrest. And their baby was their world. Justin Hicks worked with Cherokee Fire and Emergency Services for more than six years, police said. Lanz is also accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs officer in a separate incident a day later; the wounded cop survived the attack. Its the same one investigators believe they found in the washing machine at Lanzs apartment in Athens. The 13-count indictment reviewed by 11Alive alleges Lanz left the child "alone and unsupervised for approximately 12 hours during which Jacob Hicks was unable to feed himself, change his diaper, or get the attention of his parents.". This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The home was sold a few months later to Cherokee County firefighter Timothy Justin Hicks and Amber Hicks, both 31. Lead investigator testified in a hearing against Matthew Lance. The Fulton County Sheriffs Office told Channel 2 Action News that Matthew Lanz lived directly around the corner from the home where Hicks and his wife were killed earlier this week. In the 13-count indictment Thursday, Matthew Lanz was charged with malice murder killing with the intent to do so of the Hickses on Nov. 17. Family members said they were childhood sweethearts, growing up down the street from each other. Sandy Spring Police said Saturday afternoon that Lanz is being held at the Fulton County Jail where he's facing 10 counts of felony obstruction, 10 counts of attempted murder and 10 counts of aggravated assault on a police officer, as well as additional charges of burglary, home invasion and carrying a concealed weapon without permit. The indictment accuses him of causing their 2-year-old son physical and mental pain because the child was alone for 12 hours, "unable to feed himself, change his diaper, or get the attention of his parents." The couple and their 2-year-old son shared a backyard fence with Lanz in Acworth, Georgia, a town located northwest of Atlanta. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. The home was sold a few months later to Cherokee County firefighter Timothy Justin Hicks and Amber Hicks, both 31. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. He was shot by another police officer. Sal Ortega. They confirmed they took a pistol, but left the magazine and ammunition at his apartment, said Stannard. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. RELATED: Bodycam video released | Man stabs Sandy Springs officer after allegedly murdering couple day before. Market data provided by Factset. Copyright 2022 WGCL. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Arrest records showed that in April this year, Austin Lanz was taken into custody on criminal trespass and burglary charges for entering his neighbor's house - the same home the Hicks recently moved into. Charges in Cobb County include tampering with evidence for allegedly removing shell casings from the murder scene. WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta facebook feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta twitter feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta instagram feed(Opens a new window), WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta youtube feed(Opens a new window), UGA star charged in deadly crash turns himself in, released shortly after, records show, Officers, command staff resign after south Georgia police chief arrested by GBI, Florida personal injury attorney accused of stealing more than $840K from clients, 9 elementary school students sickened by unknown substance at metro Atlanta school, UGA football staffer had blood alcohol level twice the legal limit before crash that killed 2. A 22-year-old man faces charges in connection with two burglaries in Sandy Springs and the murder of an Acworth couple. Suspect's brother broke into Acworth home before murder: Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday in the stabbing of a Sandy Springs police officer. Austin Lanz was arrested in April 2021 in connection with a break-in at a home that shares a back fence with his. CBS46 has not confirmed the relationship between Austin Lanz and Matthew Lanz although a neighbor, who asked to remain anonymous, says they were brothers. A month later in Acworth, Amber and Justin Hicks closed on the home on Verbena Drive that Austin Lanz was accused of breaking into. 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