The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has taken the helm of a case in Hazlehurst, GA, following a fatal shooting of a young man at a local convenience store. Gary Ryals, a 19-year-old resident of Hazlehurst, sustained a gunshot wound which led to his death, as first reported by officials last Monday.
Responding to a call on the evening of Monday, Hazlehurst Police officers hurried to the Circle K located at 100 E. Jarman Street. Upon arrival, they discovered Ryals injured from the incident. He was promptly transported to an area hospital where, despite efforts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries. The details surrounding the shooting remain hazy, and authorities are delving into the matter to unpick the ties of this tragic event.
As the investigation presses forward, the GBI encourages anyone with potentially relevant information to step forward. Individuals wishing to offer insights may contact the Hazlehurst Police Department at (912) 375-6688 or reach out to the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Douglas at (912) 389-4103. For those preferring anonymity, tips can also be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), or online through the Georgia Bureau of Investigation's official website. Moreover, the "See Something, Send Something" mobile app serves as an additional avenue for tip submission.
The original report outlining the situation can be found on the Georgia Bureau of Investigation's website.
