A 19-year-old suspect has been identified by the Gwinnett County Police in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred at a Lawrenceville apartment complex. The incident, which left one man dead, took place late Saturday night at Herrington Mill Apartments, as reported by Atlanta News First.
The victim, 20-year-old Timothy Henderson, was discovered in the complex's breezeway after police responded to 911 calls regarding gunshots around 10:20 p.m. With arrest warrants in hand for charges including malice murder and aggravated assault, detectives have pegged Raheem Whiteside of Dacula as the shooter, believed to have taken place in the parking lot. Police were called out to the 1500 block of Herrington Road in unincorporated Lawrenceville when the calls came in, with multiple people reporting the sound of gunfire.
As the Gwinnett County Police Department digs deeper into the details that prompted the violence, they have turned to the community, searching for anyone who might yield more information or clues as to what transpired prior to the shooting. "Our 911 call center received a call about gunshots here," said Sgt. Jennifer Richter, according to WSBTV.
While pursuing justice, detectives continue to seek details through surveillance footage and are reaching out to the public for their cooperation. People with any pertinent information about the shooting are highly encouraged to call the Gwinnett County Police Department or to leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers. Those willing to aid are looking at the possibility of a cash reward should their information lead to an arrest. "We do not have anything regarding the suspect right now but we are hoping to develop those leads," Richter told Channel 2, as reported by WSBTV.
This ongoing investigation has the local area on high alert, with community members and authorities alike calling for swift action and answers. The police urge those with knowledge of the crime to step forward as they work to bring closure and justice to this harrowing event. Information relevant to this case can be shared by contacting the Gwinnett County Police Department at 770-513-5480 or by submitting tips to Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or online for those who wish to remain anonymous.
