The Gwinnett County courtroom was heavy with emotion as Miles Collins received a life sentence for his role in the murder of Bradley Coleman. But it was his final words—“I hope y’all happy.”—that sent shockwaves through the room.
For Bradley Coleman’s family, happiness is impossible. Their son, a beloved father, teacher, and coach, was gunned down in a senseless act of violence at a QuikTrip gas station in 2022. He had pulled up to fill his tires with air—unaware that three men were watching, waiting to take what wasn’t theirs.
A Crime That Stole a Life Too Soon
When Coleman fought back against the carjackers, Josiah Hughley pulled the trigger, David Booker stood armed, and Miles Collins drove the getaway car. But they left without the car. All they took was a life—a life that meant everything to his young daughter, his students, and his community.
The Verdict That Brought Little Comfort
The jury didn’t waver. Guilty on all counts. Judge Tamela Adkins handed down life sentences, but justice doesn’t bring back a lost loved one.
As Miles Collins was led away, his words—“I hope y’all happy.”—cut like a blade. Happy? How can a family ever be happy when a father’s voice is silenced forever?
More Than a Victim—A Legacy
Bradley Coleman was not just another statistic. He was:
• Mr. Norcross 2011, a state basketball champion, and a Southern University graduate.
• A high school coach and mentor who shaped young lives.
• A father, taken too soon.
Justice Served, But the Pain Remains
Life sentences won’t heal the wounds left behind. The real question is: How many more lives must be lost before this cycle of violence ends?
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