A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting that killed a 12-year-old boy inside an Atlanta home.

The Atlanta Police Department confirmed that investigators obtained an arrest warrant on Sunday. The suspect was taken to the Metro Youth Detention Center without incident.

The incident occurred around 1:49 PM on Saturday. Police responded to a report of a person shot at a home in southeast Atlanta. The case has sparked public concern, echoing recent efforts to track down shooters in other recent shocking homicides. Upon arrival, authorities found the 12-year-old victim with a severe gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to his injuries.

Preliminary information suggests the incident took place inside a bedroom of the home. Local sources indicate that two teenagers were in the room with a weapon before the shot was fired.

Police have not yet released a specific motive for the incident. The identities of the teenagers have not been disclosed as they are minors.

A police spokesperson emphasized the importance of home safety, urging parents to check and store weapons carefully to prevent children from gaining easy access to guns.

Some area residents reported hearing gunshots in previous days, raising concerns about community safety.

Authorities are continuing their investigation, noting that current information is preliminary and subject to change.

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