No Charges In Buckhead Jewelry Store Shooting

Atlanta, GA -- A Buckhead jewelry store employee who shot and killed a suspected robber last week will not face any charges.

Police said the incident took place on July 6 at Cachet Fine Jewelry when a man identified as Michael Robbins, 20, entered the store around 2:30 pm armed with a handgun. The employee -- who is the son of the store owner -- told police he shot Robbins in self-defense.

Robbins was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital where he later died.

On Wednesday, the AJC reported that no charges will be filed against the employee. Police also believe Robbins did have a gun in his hand when he was shot.

According to the store owner, Robbins had visited the store earlier in the month.

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