Title: Two Dead After Shooting in Atlanta’s Grove Park Neighborhood
Date: May 8, 2023
In a tragic incident on Sunday evening, two men lost their lives in a shooting that took place in Atlanta’s Grove Park neighborhood.
The Atlanta Police Department (APD) confirmed the fatalities, and an investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances leading up to the violent incident.
The shooting occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m.
local time at a residence on Francis Place NW, located near the Grove Park Recreation Center.
Upon receiving the distress call, APD officers promptly responded to the scene.
According to Teresa Bowles, reporting live from Atlanta Police headquarters, there was a significant law enforcement presence at the incident site.
The focus of the activity appeared to be a light blue house on Francis Place, although specific details about the shooting remain limited at this time.
Preliminary information provided by Atlanta police indicates that the officers discovered two men suffering from gunshot wounds upon their arrival.
Both individuals were in critical condition and were immediately transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention.
Tragically, despite medical efforts, both victims succumbed to their injuries and were pronounced dead.
So far, no additional injuries related to the incident have been reported.
Atlanta police have not yet disclosed any details regarding the motive or events leading up to the shooting.
As the investigation progresses, authorities are expected to provide updates on the case.
The community and residents of Atlanta’s Grove Park neighborhood are undoubtedly shaken by this act of violence.
The APD’s swift response to the scene underscores their commitment to ensuring public safety and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
11 Alive News will continue to monitor the developments in this case and provide further updates as information becomes available.
