Gunman on the run after shooting teen 3 times in southwest Atlanta

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Police say a 19-year-old boy was shot overnight in southwest Atlanta.

Publish Date: Monday 8th July 2024
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Police say a 19-year-old boy was shot overnight in southwest Atlanta.

It happened around 11 p.m. Sunday night on the 2000 block of Sylvan Road. Police say the teen was shot three times - once in each leg and once in his right arm. He was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital for treatment and is expected to recover.

Investigators say the shooting stemmed from an ongoing dispute.

The shooter is still on the run.

If you have any information, contact the Atlanta Police Department at 404-658-6666. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

December 22, 2024

Story attribution: Atlanta First News staff

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