A shooting occurred early Monday morning at an apartment complex in DeKalb County, leaving a child injured. Local police arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report to conduct an investigation and assist the victim.
Authorities and medical personnel were dispatched to the Park at Somerset apartments on Abberley Way in Stone Mountain at approximately 2 a.m. This was when police received an emergency call for help from residents in the area.
According to reports from the scene, the victim is a child who was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital. Medical staff determined that the injuries are not life-threatening, providing some relief to the community as police recently urged gun owners to tighten safety measures to prevent tragic accidents involving young children.
Police Continue to Investigate the Cause
Currently, investigators are focusing their attention on a specific unit within the complex, identified by a blue door. Police believe this is the location where the shooting took place and are working to collect related evidence.
As of Monday morning, authorities have not released the victim's exact age or the circumstances leading to the gunfire. Police have also not provided detailed information about a suspect or indicated whether any arrests have been made.
The incident remains under active investigation. truongatlanta.com will continue to update readers with the latest information as soon as official announcements are made by local officials.
