Atlanta's Fairburn Road SW became the backdrop for a tragic scene yesterday afternoon, as police and emergency responders descended upon the area following reports of a shooting. An official statement from the Atlanta Police Department, which outlined the events, placed the time at roughly 4:30 PM. Officers arrived to find a 17-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to the chest.
The wounded teen was found conscious and breathing. He was quickly transported to the hospital to receive the medical attention necessary for such injuries. The current state of the investigation was shared by the Atlanta Police Department, noting that their Aggravated Assault Unit is actively piecing together what transpired at 320 Fairburn Road SW.
Atlanta police are still investigating the shooting, with many details unclear. Officials say the information may change as new evidence emerges and have promised to keep the public updated as the case develops.
