In Loving Memory of Perez Stegall

In Loving Memory of  Perez Stegall

Union City, Georgia – The Union City community is grieving a tragic loss after a fatal shooting late Thursday evening on Clayburn Street, an incident that law enforcement is currently investigating as a homicide. Authorities with the Union City Police Department continue to work the scene and gather evidence, while loved ones and neighbors mourn the passing of Perez Stegall, whose life was cut short far too soon.

Though officials have not yet released a full account of what led to the shooting or any details about suspects, early reports and heartfelt messages shared by family and friends on social media identify the victim as Perez Stegall. According to those posts, Perez was someone deeply respected, admired, and cherished by those who knew him — a presence in the community that brought joy, warmth, and connection to the people around him.

A Community in Mourning

News of the shooting quickly rippled through Union City, where residents, local leaders, and community groups have expressed their grief and sorrow. For many, Perez was more than a name in a headline — he was a friend, a relative, a neighbor, and a part of the fabric of everyday life in this close‑knit city. Faces from school hallways, family gatherings, local hangouts, and neighborhood streets now carry an added weight as people struggle to reconcile such sudden and senseless loss. As law enforcement continues its investigation, the Union City Police Department has asked anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Community members are urged to speak up if they witnessed anything or know of details that could help authorities bring clarity and, ultimately, justice in this case.In times of tragedy, communities come together to support one another — to listen, to remember, to hold space for grief, and to honor lives taken too soon. The pain of losing Perez is felt not just within his immediate family, but throughout Union City, where neighbors stand shoulder‑to‑shoulder during this difficult time.Rest in peace, Perez. You will not be forgotten