MARIETTA, GA – A morning that began like any other for Kiki Edwards turned into a harrowing ordeal when an unexpected threat emerged at her apartment door. Around 7:30 a.m., Edwards, who resides on Franklin Gateway, was startled by the sound of someone trying to force their way into her home. The intruder had cunningly obscured the view of her security devices, covering both the Ring camera and the peephole.
As fear gripped her, Edwards shouted at the man, hoping to deter him. “Get away from my door! You got the wrong door,” she yelled, but her words did little to stop his attempts. With adrenaline coursing through her veins, she braced herself against the door, using all her strength to keep him out while dialing 911.
Each moment felt like an eternity as she battled against the intruder. “I was determined to hold it until I couldn’t anymore,” Edwards later recalled, her voice still trembling from the memory. She knew that if the man succeeded in breaking in, her life could be in jeopardy.
After what seemed like an endless struggle, the police arrived just in time. Officers swiftly pulled the man away from the door and subdued him. The suspect, identified as 36-year-old Andrew Ashe, was arrested and charged with home invasion.
The incident left Edwards deeply shaken. The very next day, she took steps to ensure her safety, acquiring a means of protection that she now keeps secured beside her bed. Despite the swift police response, the encounter has left her on edge.
“I can’t thank the 911 operator and the officers enough for their quick action,” Edwards said, expressing her gratitude for their role in preventing what could have been a tragic outcome. Yet, even with Ashe behind bars, the sense of unease lingers.
Edwards finds herself startled by the slightest noises, her sleep disrupted by the memory of that terrifying morning. Adding to her distress, a review of her security footage revealed the man lurking in the shadows across the hallway for several minutes before attempting to break in.
This unsettling revelation underscores the need for vigilance and preparedness in the face of unexpected threats. For Edwards, the experience serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of safety and the importance of being prepared to protect oneself.