Three Brothers Arrested After Family Dispute Involving Knives and Gunfire at Kathleen Home
KATHLEEN, Ga. — Three siblings were arrested Thursday morning, October 22, 2026, after a family dispute escalated into a physical confrontation involving knives and gunfire at a residence in Kathleen, according to the Perry Police Department.
Perry police officers and detectives responded to reports of shots fired at approximately 8:41 a.m. in the 100 block of Pearl Moss Lane.
The preliminary investigation determined that a verbal altercation between three siblings who lived together escalated into a physical confrontation involving knives and the discharge of a firearm.
Investigators found no evidence that anyone had been shot or stabbed during the incident. However, police reported minor injuries resulting from a physical altercation between two of the siblings, Devalih and Deshawn Pullum, inside the residence.
Three Siblings Face Aggravated Assault Charges
Following the investigation, Perry police arrested all three siblings on family violence-related aggravated assault charges.
The individuals arrested and their charges are:
- Devalih Pullum, 33: One count of aggravated assault, family violence, and one count of battery, family violence.
- Deshawn Pullum, 32: Aggravated assault, family violence, and terroristic threats, family violence.
- Larry Pullum, 27: Aggravated assault, family violence.
Police determined that all three individuals are siblings and share the residence where the incident occurred.
Security Camera Footage Assists Investigation
The Perry Police Department thanked several residents who provided security camera footage and witness statements that assisted detectives during the investigation.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Detective Tayler Talley with the Perry Police Department at 478-988-2833.
The Perry Police Department does not release booking photographs. Requests for booking photos should be directed to the Houston County Sheriff’s Office.
