A late-night stop at a northwest Atlanta convenience store turned violent early Friday when a man was shot and then drove with others to a nearby fire station for help, according to police. He arrived at the station around 3 a.m. with a gunshot wound to his leg and was taken to a hospital. Authorities did not immediately release his condition, though later reporting indicated he was expected to recover.
What Police Have Released
According to FOX 5 Atlanta, preliminary information from the Atlanta Police Department indicates the man was shot at a convenience store before driving with at least two other people to a firehouse on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway. FOX 5 Atlanta reports investigators remained on the scene after the shooting and that police had not identified a suspect.
Firehouse Scene And Injuries
Local crews at the scene told Atlanta News First the man pulled up to the firehouse at 2911 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway NE around 3 a.m., where first responders provided aid. Reporters with Atlanta News First saw what appeared to be a bullet hole in the vehicle’s front windshield. The outlet reported the injured man was taken to the hospital and was expected to recover.
A Corridor With Repeated Incidents
The Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway corridor has seen multiple late-night robberies and shootings in recent months, a pattern documented in a report on a gunman cleaning out a northwest Atlanta gas station register. That reporting noted detectives often rely on Crime Stoppers for tips and included information on how to submit anonymous leads. Hoodline and other local outlets have tracked several incidents along the stretch, which small-business owners say has left clerks on edge.
What To Expect Next
Police have not publicly identified a suspect in Friday’s shooting and say the investigation is ongoing, FOX 5 Atlanta reports. Detectives are expected to keep reviewing evidence and following leads to determine what happened. This story will be updated if authorities release additional details or announce an arrest.
