A tragic incident is under investigation by the Atlanta Police Department following a deadly shooting. It happened just after 1 p.m. along the 3500 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW, near Howell Drive SW.
When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man who had been shot. Unfortunately, medics confirmed he had passed away right there. Investigators believe he was an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire of a dispute between two groups.
The area near a McDonald’s was cordoned off with crime scene tape as police began their investigation. It’s a heartbreaking situation that has left the community on edge.
Right now, authorities haven’t released the man’s name or age. They also don’t have information about who the shooters are or what they look like.
The Homicide Unit of the Atlanta Police Department is working on the case, piecing together what happened and who might be responsible.
If you know anything about this incident, police are urging you to come forward. You can share tips with them directly or contact Atlanta Crime Stoppers. Every bit of information could make a difference in finding justice for the victim.
