RELATED: Bodycam video released | Man stabs Sandy Springs officer after allegedly murdering couple day before. The hearing is taking place in a Cobb County courtroom at 9:30 a.m. You can watch it live on 11Alive.com, the 11Alive YouTube channel or on the 11Alive+ app on Roku or FireTV. Market data provided by Factset. Stannard said Justin Hicks had gunshot wounds to his head, shoulder and torso. Many questions remain about the Cobb County killings. 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. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. In addition to murder and home invasion charges, Lanz also faces a child cruelty charge for "cruel and excessive physical and mental pain" to the couple's child. 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. Police said Lanz shot and killed Cherokee County 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. The home was sold a few months later to Cherokee County firefighter Timothy Justin Hicks and Amber Hicks, both 31. They had their whole life ahead of them, and they leave behind a precious little boy.". 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. Matthew Lanz, a 22-year-old man charged with the shooting deaths of a Cobb County couple and the stabbing of a Sandy Springs police officer, is the brother of a man who made national headlines less than four months ago when he fatally stabbed a police officer at a bus stop near the Pentagon. The break-in was the culmination of months of Austin Lanz sending harassing and threatening notes to the previous homeowners on Verbena Drive, according to the Associated Press. "I'm not sure we could ever give him enough love, or do enough for him for what he's going to have to go through," Barnett said. 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. Barnett said there have been frustrations as the case drags on, a year now, after their deaths. Cherokee firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife were killed Wednesday night in their home on Verbana Drive. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Legal Statement. Matthew Lanz Lanz, who also survived, remained on the ground and continued to struggle against officers, yelling several times as the officer was bleeding. A month later in Acworth, Amber and Justin Hicks closed on the home on Verbena Drive that Austin Lanz was accused of breaking into. Officials: Suspect in Cobb County murders, police stabbing is brother of suspect in Pentagon officer attack. 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. Police found the couple dead inside their Acworth home around 9:30 a.m. Thursday, hours after the shootings took place. Police found the gun at his parents home. The man accused of killing a young couple inside their Acworth home last year is due in court Tuesday for an arraignment. WebMatthew Lanz in Georgia. 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. He was rescued by police unharmed. The Hicks' 2-year-old son, Jacob, was at the home when his parents were found shot to death. News happens fast. Matthew Lanz, 22, of Acworth, is also accused of stabbing and wounding a police officer in neighboring Fulton County in November, two days after the alleged murders. Matthew Lanz of Acworth was being held at the Fulton County Jail facing multiple charges related to a Sandy Springs break-in. Lanz wasn't arrested until a day after the couple's bodies were discovered. The officer who was stabbed has since recovered and returned to duty. [RELATED: Firefighter and wife murdered inside their Cobb County home, toddler son found safe]. The Washington Post reported on Austin Lanz's alleged harassment of the couple that lived in the home before the Hicks. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. Market data provided by Factset. "It will be like reliving it over and over and over. 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. Amber and her husband Justin met as kids. He is scheduled to make a first appearance in court this morning. "They loved everybody. Investigators said the attack on the officer was unprovoked. 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. Court records showed that Austin Lanz had open criminal cases in Cobb on several charges, including aggravated battery against an officer, terroristic threats and burglary. He is accused of murdering his neighbors. A neighbor who asked to remain anonymous said the two were brothers. The Associated Press contributed to this report. He is accused of murdering his neighbors. And given that it was such a heinous crime, I believe it's probably going to be devastating.". Investigators say other officers shot at Lanz, hitting him twice. Stream it faster with our re-designed 11Alive+ app onRoku and Amazon Fire TV. Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Funeral held for firefighter, wife killed inside their Cobb County home. 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 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. Watch newscasts, breaking news streams and get the latest sports, weather and VERIFY content -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. of Cobb County. He was shot by another police officer. Matthew Lanz (Sandy Springs Police Department). The home was owned by another family at that time. Records obtained by CBS46 confirm that Lanz lived next door to the couple onDelphinium Boulevard. Acworth's Matthew Lanz, 22, has been charged with two counts of felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, home invasion, and possession of a firearm joined the AJC in 2002 as a features writer. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, 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. Lanzs home on Delphinium Boulevard shares a backyard fence with the couples home. At this time, Lanz has not been accused of killing the Acworth couple or having anything to do with that case. 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. He also reportedly assaulted multiple deputies as he was being booked into jail. Currently, Matthew lives in Judith Johnson Alisa Yang, and Elizabeth Shortland. Credit: Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services, An organizer of a GoFund for Justin & Hicks Memorial Expenses asks for support and prayers for this little boy & this family.. Neighbors told Channel 2 Action News the couple had recently moved into the Chestnut Hill neighborhood off Bells Ferry Road. 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. Lanz is facing a slew of charges in Cobb County after a grand jury returned an indictment against him in the deaths of Amber and Justin Hicks. He was rescued by police unharmed. The 22-year-old suspect and officer both survived their injuries with Lanz now facing 35 counts in connection with the confrontation. Stannard testified that Lanz denied he did it, but his parents saw the gun allegedly used in the murder. All rights reserved. Matthew Lanz, the Hicks' neighbor, has been chargedwith the couples murder but their families said the build-up to his trial has been painful. Sandy Springs police said their officer was stabbed six times, with one of the wounds directly in the back of his neck. They just celebrated his 3rd birthday. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. They would do anything for anybody. Matthew Lanz, 22, of Acworth, is also accused of stabbing and wounding a police officer in neighboring Fulton County in November, two days after the alleged murders. Court records in Fulton County show the case is still pending. COBB COUNTY, Ga. A gun, ammunition, tactical backpack and a flash built to break glass are among the items police seized from a college student accused of killing a firefighter and his wife. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. 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. The couple and their 2-year-old son shared a backyard fence with Lanz in Acworth, Georgia, a town located northwest of Atlanta. Prior to being arrested for entering the home, Austin Lanz had been given a warning for allegedly "leaving inappropriate photographs and notes in the mailbox of said victim's residence.". Before the stabbing and shooting, other residents of the neighborhood reported a man was trying to break into their homes. CBS46 also just learned that the Sandy Springs officer has been released from the hospital and is recovering at home with his family. DUIs Traffic Tickets Misdemeanors Felonies We Will Monitor Court records in Fulton County show the case is still pending, the Atlanta Journal Constitution reported.GEORGIA SUSPECT IN COP'S STABBING IS NOW LINKED TO TWO MURDERS, AUTHORITIES SAY. 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.". 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. Stannard said Lanz drove back to his Athens apartment after the murder. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. According to warrants, Lanz assaulted multiple deputies, injuring two of them, as he was getting booked into jail. Copyright 2022 WGCL. 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. "[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. 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. When police found the child, he was physically unharmed. ACWORTH, Ga. The man accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs police officer has also been arrested in the murders of a firefighter and his wife who were shot to death in Cobb County. They are also asking residents that live in the vicinity to check their door bell cameras or exterior surveillance cameras for anyone suspicious captured Friday, Nov. 19 between the hours of 6 a.m. and 8 a.m.. RELATED: Suspect who allegedly killed Pentagon officer previously attacked Cobb County deputies in jail, warrants state. Sal Ortega. Video showed the man stabbing the officer in the back of the neck as he reached the bottom of a staircase. 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. Lanz, who also survived, remained on the ground and continued to struggle against officers, yelling several times as the officer was bleeding. I wish there was a better way to address those mental health issues that people have, said Phillip Brent, who described repeated harassment directed at himself and his then-fiancee. Police said that several neighbors had called police about a suspicious man who was possibly burglarizing homes. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. 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. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday after police say he broke into a home in Sandy Springs and stabbed a police officer who responded. Matthew Lanz court hearing | Murder of Justin and Amber 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. 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. Family and friends said the Hicks were childhood sweethearts who grew up down the street from each other. 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. Their bodies were discovered on Thursday morning. Lanz was last in court on Oct. 26 and does not have another court date scheduled in Cobb County. 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. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. He then shot and killed himself. 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 "She sang like an angel. Officers used their Tasers and shot Lanz twice before he was taken into custody. [TIMELINE: What led up to double murder of Cherokee County firefighter, wife?]. (Cobb County Sheriff's Office). 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. Matthew Lanz is accused of killing Justin and Amber Hicks in their Acworth home on Nov. 17. 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 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. Lanz reportedly stabbed a Sandy Springs police officer multiple times during the confrontation. "I hope that they can look him in the face, see justice served, and ultimately forgive him," Barnett said. In Cobb County, the release states he is being charged with two counts of felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, home invasion, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. CNN has reached out to Lanz's court-appointed attorney for comment but has not heard back. Austin William Lanz, 27, a resident of Acworth, Georgia, is accused of stabbing and killing a Pentagon Police Officer, authorities say. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. 2023 Cox Media Group. Its unclear what relationship, if any, Matthew Lanz had with the Hicks family and police have not determined a motive for their murders. Austin Lanz was arrested in April 2021 in connection with a break-in at a home that shares a back fence with his. Their bodies were found in their home the following day. Their bodies were found in their home the following day. Matthew Lanz, Austins younger brother by five years, reportedly decided to get vengeance for his brothers death just months after Austins attack on Officer Gonzalez. 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. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Multiple homeowners reported burglaries before residents of a home on Cameron Glen Drive discovered an intruder inside, said Sandy Springs Police spokesman Sgt. And their baby was their world. Legal Statement. All rights reserved. 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. Amber Hicks had gunshot wounds to her leg, wrist and face. Justin served as a firefighter in Cherokee County. Lanz is currently being held at the Fulton County Jail. accused of stabbing a Sandy Springs police officer on Friday, Suspect in Cobb homicides, officers stabbing faces 43 charges in 2 metro Atlanta counties, of a GoFund for Justin & Hicks Memorial Expenses, Class 7A blog: Wheeler-McEachern boys game headlines quarterfinals. In Hours prior to the search of Lanzs apartment, the detective said Lanzs parents drove to Athens and asked if him he killed the couple. Example video title will go here for this video. 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. Their 2-year-old son was found in the home unharmed. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Email us atexclusive@the-sun.comor call212 416 4552. 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 Friday, was the suspect in the murder of a young couple in Acworth this week. A different man named Austin Lanz was arrested for breaking into the same Acworth home in April. "She had probably the biggest heart of any person I've ever met.". Family members said they were childhood sweethearts, growing up down the street from each other. The couple,Justin Hicks, 31, and Amber Hicks, 31, were killed in their new home back in November. Sandy 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. Thursday, Sandy Springs Police released violent and graphic bodycam video showing the stabbing. 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. or redistributed. Back in August, after stabbing officer George Gonzalez, 27-year-old Austin Lanz used the officers service weapon to kill himself outside the headquarters of the U.S. military, the FBI Washington field office said. Example video title will go here for this video. 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 A grand jury handed down an indictment last week for Matthew Lanz in the deaths of firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife Amber. RELATED: Lanz brothers had history of crime at Acworth home before couple's murder, records show, The Hicks' 2-year-old son, Jacob, was at the home when his parents were found shot to death. Police were investigating break-ins in the nearby city of Sandy Springs on November 19 when they got a call about another home intrusion. A 22-year-old man faces charges in connection with two burglaries in Sandy Springs and the murder of an Acworth couple. He appeared in court on Saturday. Their little boy was just 2 years old when Amber and Justin were killed inside their home last year. "It barely missed his brain, Sandy Springs Major Benjie Cain told local ABC affiliate WSB-TV. Fox News Flash top headlines for February 21, the Atlanta Journal Constitution reported, fatally stabbed a Pentagon police officer. Its unclear what relationship, if any, Matthew Lanz had with the Hicks family and police have not released a motive for their slayings. "Emotionally, very difficult. 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.". Timothy Justin Hicks was found on the floor right next to the couch, said detective Zackary Stannard. Barnett said Justin always fit right into their family. Matthew Lanz, 22, was arrested Friday after police say he broke into a home in Sandy Springs and stabbed a police officer who responded. "Our Amber & Justin have been taken from us in such a senseless act," a GoFundMe for the family said. Their bodies were found in November 2021 after prosecutors allege Lanz broke in and shot and killed them both. Justin was a firefighter in Cherokee County and was excited about recently finishing a paramedic training program. Matthew Lanz is accused of killing Justin and Amber Hicks in their Acworth home on Nov. 17. All rights reserved. Amber was found still sitting on the couch. In addition, access background check reports A day after the couple was found dead, Sandy Springs Police confronted the suspect, Lanz, during a home intrusion call - not knowing at the time he was also the suspect in the Acworth case. Example video title will go here for this video. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Police were conducting a search of the home on Delphinium Boulevard on Friday night. 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. Their 2-year-old son was unharmed. 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). 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, Lanz brothers had history of crime at Acworth home before couple's murder, records show, Bodycam video released | Man stabs Sandy Springs officer after allegedly murdering couple day before. They had their whole life ahead of them, and they leave behind a precious little boy, the fundraiser reads. Another officer shot Lanz, who was treated at the hospital before being taken into custody. Unaware that they were dealing with a double murder suspect, responding officers are seen on video asking Lanz to come downstairs. A grand jury handed down an indictment last week for Matthew Lanz in the deaths of firefighter Justin Hicks and his wife Amber. Family and friends described the couple as childhood sweethearts who grew up down the street from each other. Stannard told the court that cellphone data shows Lanz leaving his apartment in Athens, where he was a student at the University of Georgia, at 8 p.m. on Nov. 17. The girl could sing, it was amazing," he said. They confirmed they took a pistol, but left the magazine and ammunition at his apartment, said Stannard. Records pulled by Channel 2 Action News confirmed that Lanz lived in a home on Delphinium Boulevard. Staff writer Tyler Wilkins and data specialist Jennifer Peebles contributed to this report. In August, Austin Lanz ambushed and stabbed a Pentagon police officer to death and was then shot and killed by 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. 11Alive reached out to the Cobb County District Attorney's Office for comment and has not heard back as of Thursday evening. 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