It is with profound sadness that we report the untimely death of Barry Walker, a cherished member of the Atlanta community, whose life was tragically taken on Sunday, July 27, 2025. The discovery of Barry’s remains late that evening along the southbound lanes of Interstate 75/85, near Andrew Young Boulevard SE, has left his family, friends, and the city reeling from grief. As the Atlanta Police Department investigates this devastating incident as a homicide, the community rallies in mourning and in pursuit of justice.

According to authorities, Barry Walker was involved in a confrontation on the shoulder of the Downtown Connector, a bustling stretch of I-75/85. The altercation, involving an unidentified individual, escalated into a physical encounter. In the course of this dispute, Barry tragically ended up in the active roadway, where he was struck by a white or light-colored sedan. The driver of the vehicle paused briefly at the scene but fled before police arrived. The individual involved in the altercation also left the area, leaving investigators with critical gaps to fill in reconstructing the events leading to Barry’s death.

Atlanta police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a body in the roadway just before 9:30 p.m. on July 27, 2025. Officers arrived to find Barry, who was pronounced deceased at the scene. The investigation prompted the temporary closure of several lanes of the interstate as authorities worked to gather evidence and understand the circumstances of this heartbreaking incident.

The Atlanta Police Department is now leading an urgent manhunt for both the driver of the white or light-colored sedan and the individual last seen with Barry. Authorities are appealing to the public for assistance, asking anyone who was traveling on I-75/85 near Andrew Young Boulevard around the time of the incident to share any relevant information. They are also calling on auto body shops and collision repair technicians to report any white or light-colored sedan brought in with damage consistent with a pedestrian strike.

A $5,000 reward is being offered through Crime Stoppers for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for Barry Walker’s death. Tips can be provided directly to Detective C. Flower at (470) 985-8013 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers Atlanta at (404) 577-TIPS (8477).

Barry Walker was far more than a victim in a tragedy. To those who knew him, he was a compassionate, resilient, and deeply valued individual whose presence touched countless lives. Friends describe him as a thoughtful soul who faced life’s challenges with grace and determination. His sudden and violent passing has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of his loved ones and the broader Atlanta community.

As the investigation presses forward, Barry’s family and friends are left to navigate an unimaginable loss. They are pleading for anyone with information to come forward, ensuring that Barry’s memory is honored and that those responsible are held accountable. The Atlanta community joins them in their call for justice, standing together in solidarity during this time of sorrow.

Rest in peace, Barry Walker. May your memory be a blessing, and may justice be swiftly served for those responsible for this profound loss.