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Published on May 08, 2024
Woman Wounded in Late Night Shooting at Southwest Atlanta Apartment ComplexSource: Google Street View

A hail of gunfire disrupted the night at a southwest Atlanta apartment complex, leaving one woman wounded as bullets pierced the sanctuary of her home. The incident occurred late Tuesday night at the Villages at Carver, located in the 100 block of Moury Avenue, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta.

Found with a bullet wound to her leg after officers arrived shortly before 10:50 p.m., the victim was promptly taken to the hospital. Atlanta News First noted that the woman, caught in the flew of a bullet intended for her apartment, is expected to make a recovery.

Authorities are piecing together the reasons behind the violence, with the shooter remaining a mystery as the police have not released details surmising a motive or suspect information. Hoping to peel back the layers of this reckless assault that rang out from outside, investigators are asking for anyone with knowledge to step forward.

Anyone with information pertinent to the investigation should reach out to the Atlanta Police Department at 404-658-6666, or for anonymity, Crime Stoppers is an option at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or through their website, mentioned by Atlanta News First. There's a reward for tips leading to an arrest and indictment in connection with the shooting, nodding to the value of community collaboration in the pursuit of justice.