A teenage boy was shot yesterday on Peters Street SW in Atlanta. The 14-year-old victim was found to have sustained a gunshot wound to his left arm and was later treated at Grady Memorial Hospital. According to a news release from the Atlanta Police Department, the shooting occurred around 12:55 AM, with the young male then seeking help at a location on Northside Drive SW before self-transporting to the hospital.
The Atlanta Police Department is currently conducting an investigation to piece together the moments leading up to the shooting. The Male was reported as "alert, conscious, and breathing," and received immediate medical care upon arrival at the hospital. After he was wounded, the boy managed to quickly make his way on foot to get assistance and ultimately to ensure he got the necessary medical treatment. The Major Crimes Response Team has been tasked with uncovering further details about the incident.
Investigators visited both the scene of the shooting on Peters Street SW and the spot where the victim sought help. As of now, no suspects have been identified, and the authorities are calling for anyone with information to come forward. Community safety concerns have been heightened due to the location and time of the occurrence, coupled with the victim's young age.
