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Fear grips Atlanta as unsolved killings target children
In Atlanta fear rises as 18 black children ages 7 to 15 have been found dead since July 1979. Most victims were strangled or suffocated, with no arrests. Officials note widespread anxiety among students, parents, and teachers, prompting school committees and mental health professionals to address coping strategies and trust in adults.
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