A late-night burst of gunfire along Camp Creek Parkway left one person in critical condition Monday, rattling neighbors near the Preserve at Camp Creek apartments in southwest Atlanta, according to police.
Officers arrived to find the victim in the area of the complex, then rushed the person to a hospital in critical condition while investigators started sorting through what led up to the shooting. Authorities have not released any details about a suspect or possible motive.
What police say
Atlanta police told 11Alive the gunfire broke out near 3540 Camp Creek Parkway and that the circumstances remain unsettled. Officers canvassed the scene and collected evidence while investigators worked to piece together what triggered the violence, the outlet reported.
The complex's recent history
The Preserve at Camp Creek and nearby apartment communities have been tied to prior shootings and police investigations, according to reporting by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. That earlier coverage outlined violent episodes in the area and highlighted ongoing safety concerns along parts of North Camp Creek Parkway.
Investigation ongoing
Atlanta police have not announced any arrests and are asking anyone who saw or recorded anything to come forward. The Atlanta Police Department's public news page lists contact details and a non-emergency number, and witnesses can reach investigators at (404) 614-6544 with tips.
Officials have not shared the victim's identity or any additional personal details, only that the person was critically injured. This story will be updated as investigators release more information.
Anyone with video, eyewitness accounts, or other information related to the shooting is urged to contact Atlanta police or call the department's tip line.
