A quiet neighborhood in Buckhead turned into a crime scene on Tuesday. Nateal Campbell, a beloved 71-year-old mother, lost her life in a shocking act of violence. She was the heart of a large family known across the nation for sports success. Her sudden death has sent shockwaves through the local community and the sports world alike.
Nateal was the proud matriarch of the Campbell family. Her son Calais Campbell is a very famous name in the NFL. He spent years playing for the Atlanta Falcons and currently suits up as a defensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens. But to Nateal, her children were simply her boys. She spent her life supporting them from the sidelines.
The tragic incident occurred over a wide time window. Police believe the killing took place sometime between midnight and 1:17 p.m. on June 30. The crime happened inside an upscale neighborhood. It took place at the Brownstones at Habersham townhomes right off Roswell Road.
The discovery came after a family member grew very worried. They called the Atlanta Police Department to request a welfare check on the home. When officers arrived at the scene, they encountered a very tense situation. Another son, Ciarre Campbell, had locked himself inside the residence.
Officers had to act fast. They forced their way through the door and immediately detained the 41-year-old son. As they searched deeper into the home, they found a heartbreaking scene. Nateal was lying unresponsive. Medical responders arrived quickly but pronounced her dead right there at the scene.
Newly released arrest warrants give a grim look at the attack. The court documents state that Ciarre used a knife to cut his mother’s neck. This detail brought immense sorrow to neighbors who knew the family. Police noted that this same address had prior calls, including an incident involving a mental health crisis back in April.
The grieving family broke their silence late last night. They released an official statement through NFL insider Ian Rapoport. They shared their deep devastation over losing their beloved matriarch. The family noted that they find comfort knowing she is now reunited with their late father, Chuck. They asked the public for complete privacy as they deal with their overwhelming grief.
