Escambia County deputies captured a 27‑year‑old man on Oct. 15, charging him with felony murder and aggravated assault in connection with a fatal shooting at an intermodal railyard in Austell, Georgia.

Authorities say the suspect, Ty Anthony Thompson, was located in Florida after investigators followed leads for more than a month. He now faces extradition to Georgia where the murder occurred.

Florida Capture of the Austell Suspect

Escambia County Sheriff’s Office announced that deputies apprehended Thompson early on Oct. 15. The capture followed a coordinated effort with the Cobb County Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit, which identified Thompson as the third suspect in the September 14 homicide of 27‑year‑old Curdravious Clark.

The Austell Railyard Shooting

On Sept. 14, Austell police responded to a report of gunfire at the Norfolk Southern railyard on Dr. Luke Glenn Garrett Jr. Memorial Highway SE. Victim Curdravious Clark was found with multiple gunshot wounds and later died at Wellstar Cobb Medical Center. The shooter fled the scene in a vehicle, prompting a multi‑agency manhunt.

Charges and Legal Process

Thompson now faces felony murder and aggravated assault charges. He is being held in Escambia County pending extradition to Georgia. Under Florida law, felony murder charges can carry life imprisonment, and aggravated assault is a second‑degree felony.

"Our investigators worked tirelessly across state lines to bring this suspect to justice," said an Escambia County law‑enforcement spokesperson.

Ongoing Investigation

Police have not disclosed a motive for the railyard shooting, nor have they explained how Thompson was linked to the crime. Details about the vehicle used by the gunman and any additional accomplices remain under investigation.

Key Facts

• Suspect: Ty Anthony Thompson, 27
• Charges: Felony murder; aggravated assault
• Location of Arrest: Escambia County, Florida
• Original Crime Location: Austell, Georgia (Norfolk Southern railyard)
• Date of Original Shooting: Sept. 14, 2026
• Current Status: Held in Escambia County, awaiting extradition

Looking Ahead

Thompson’s extradition to Georgia is expected to proceed within weeks, after which he will appear before a Cobb County court. Prosecutors in both states are likely to coordinate on sentencing recommendations. Law‑enforcement officials say the case underscores the importance of inter‑jurisdictional cooperation in violent crime investigations.