The search for the gunman responsible for a fatal shooting on Covington Highway in DeKalb County intensifies as local authorities call for public assistance. A 25-year-old man was shot in the parking lot of a Family Dollar store at 7042 Covington Highway on August 15, and later died from his injuries at a nearby hospital.
DeKalb County Police were dispatched to the Family Dollar location after reports of a shooting. In the aftermath of the incident, police released surveillance images on Tuesday of the suspect, in attempts to swiftly apprehend the individual related to the case. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, witnesses saw the alleged gunman rapidly fleeing from the scene. The urgency of the manhunt is palpable, as the shooter remains at large and poses a potential risk to public safety.
Furthermore, investigators are seeking to locate a witness who reportedly left the scene before they could be questioned. This person's account of the events may prove to be crucial in piecing together the moments leading up to the shooting. According to Atlanta News First, the victim might have been engaged in conversation with the suspect prior to the shooting.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting or the whereabouts of the suspect to come forward. The DeKalb County Police Department Homicide Assault Unit can be reached at 770-724-7850, and individuals can also provide tips anonymously.
