Twin City Tragedy: Woman Killed in Suspected Domestic Violence, Husband Dies by Suicide:  Public’s Help Requested

GBI Investigating Suspected Domestic Violence Homicide and Suicide

By Carol A. Gasser Moore |

TWIN CITY, Emanuel County, Georgia – A disturbing domestic violence incident in Emanuel County has left two people dead, prompting an active investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). The deaths involve Zaria Khadejah Carr, 27, of Twin City, GA, and her husband, Shamarcus Jameal Carr, 36.

Emergency Response to Domestic Disturbance

At approximately 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 14, law enforcement responded to a domestic disturbance call at a residence on the 100 block of 5th Avenue in Twin City. The Twin City Police Department, Emanuel County Sheriff’s Office, and Emanuel County EMS all arrived at the scene.

Upon arrival, officers discovered Zaria Carr unconscious. Despite emergency efforts, she was pronounced dead shortly thereafter. Details surrounding the cause and manner of her death are still under investigation.

Husband Fled Scene, Later Died from Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound

Following the incident, law enforcement was unable to locate Zaria’s husband, Shamarcus Carr, or her 2021 Dodge Challenger, which was also missing. An alert was quickly issued for the vehicle.

Around 11:00 p.m., the car was located in Wayne County, GA, over 100 miles from Twin City. Deputies with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office attempted a traffic stop. During the encounter, Shamarcus Carr was found inside the vehicle and reportedly shot himself. He was transported to a nearby hospital where he later died from his injuries.

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office is conducting the investigation into his death.

Autopsy and Legal Follow-up

The GBI’s Medical Examiner’s Office will conduct a full autopsy on Zaria Carr to determine the exact cause of death. The results will be critical in confirming whether foul play, such as homicide, occurred.

Once the investigation is complete, the case file will be turned over to the Middle Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for potential prosecution or further legal proceedings.

Call for Information

Authorities urge anyone with information related to this case to come forward. Even the smallest details may aid the investigation. Contact information includes:

• GBI Eastman Regional Office: 478-374-6988
• Twin City Police Department: 478-763-4140
• Anonymous Tips:
  • Phone: 1-800-597-TIPS (8477)
  • Online: Submit Tips to GBI
  • App: See Something, Send Something

Community in Shock

The deaths have sent ripples through the small community of Twin City, leaving neighbors mourning the loss of Zaria Carr and questioning how events escalated so rapidly. Domestic violence advocates urge anyone experiencing abuse or threats to seek help before situations become deadly.

Lanier County News will continue to follow this story as more information is released.