Clayton County DA Announces Conviction in 2018 Riverdale Murder | News

The DA’s office said that on Aug. 7, 2018, Anderson went to Nichols’ home in Riverdale and they argued over a swim vest.

According to information from the DA’s Office, Nichols entered Anderson’s vehicle to remove it from his driveway.

Anderson fatally shot Nichols in front of a minor, who was in the rear of the vehicle, the DA’s Office stated in a press release.

The trial began March 25 and finished March 29 after the jury deliberated for two days.

Sentencing will be scheduled for a later date.

Anderson is currently being held in the Clayton County Jail.

“Though I applaud my team on the conviction, I am saddened another life was lost to gun violence,” Clayton County DA Tasha Mosley said. “As always, I commend my office on their tireless work to secure justice on behalf of all Clayton County citizens.”