DeKalb County investigates triple shooting outside Bluebird Lane birthday party at short-term rental home

What happened

DeKalb County police are investigating an early-morning shooting that left one person dead and two others injured outside a home in the 3100 block of Bluebird Lane in the Belvedere Park area of unincorporated DeKalb County.

Officers responded around 2 a.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2026, after a report of a shooting. At the scene, police found three people suffering from gunshot wounds outside the residence. All three were transported to area hospitals; one later died.

Victim identified; others not released

The DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the deceased as Antonio Hardrick, 20, of Clayton County. Authorities have not released the names of the two surviving victims, who were reported to have sustained injuries described as moderate.

Party setting and scene details

Witness accounts and investigators’ preliminary statements indicate a birthday celebration was underway at the home before gunfire erupted outside. A party attendee described a group of people leaving shortly before shots were heard.

Investigators remained on scene for several hours, using crime-scene tape to secure the area and documenting evidence in the driveway and front yard. Reports from the scene described visible evidence markers near a vehicle, and two firearms were observed being recovered during the on-site investigation.

Short-term rental questions

Officials and witnesses described the location as a short-term rental property. The home had previously been listed on a major short-term rental platform; the company told a local newsroom that the home was not rented through its service the night of the party, and the listing was no longer visible the following day.

What investigators have not said

As of Tuesday, March 10, 2026, police had not announced any arrests, named any suspects, or publicly described a motive. Authorities also have not released information indicating whether the shooter was among partygoers or arrived from outside the event.

What police are asking for

• Anyone with information is asked to send tips anonymously by texting “DKPD” to 847411.
• Tipsters can also use the DeKalb County Police Department app to submit information.

Police have characterized the investigation as ongoing and developing, with additional updates expected as detectives confirm witness accounts and review evidence collected at the scene.