Man wanted for two Gwinnett County murders arrested in Atlanta

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA – A man wanted for the murder of two people was recently arrested by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit.

Investigators successfully apprehended David Shane Lancaster, wanted on two counts of murder, following a surveillance operation in Atlanta.

Investigators saw Lancaster leaving a residence on August 5 around 3 p.m. in Atlanta, carrying a black backpack. The fugitive unit followed him to a nearby dispensary, where they arrested him. A search of the backpack revealed a black and silver Smith and Wesson pistol, 1.5 pounds of a crystal-like substance and an electronic scale. The substance was tested and confirmed to be methamphetamine.

All additional evidence was recovered and transferred to the sheriff’s office for further processing. Lancaster was transported to the Gwinnett County Jail, where he remains without bail.

The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office will continue to keep the public informed of any additional updates. To submit a tip or provide information, contact the Tip Line at 770.619.6655.