Yesterday morning, a shooting incident shook the quiet of McDaniel St. in Southwest Atlanta. Atlanta Police Zone 5 officers were dispatched to the area near 340 McDaniel St. SW following a report of a person shot, as first revealed by the Atlanta Police Department. They arrived on the scene at approximately 4:01 a.m. to find a 62-year-old man who had suffered multiple gunshot wounds.
The victim, despite his injuries, was alert, conscious, and breathing when aid arrived. He was swiftly transported to the hospital for treatment. Early findings from the ongoing investigation suggest the victim may have been asleep outside when the shots were fired.
Investigators are actively processing the scene to determine what led to the victim’s injuries. Authorities are reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses to better understand the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The Atlanta Police Department has not released details about any suspects or a possible motive, noting that the investigation remains in its early stages.
