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Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Yahoo
LaGrange police searching for gunman in deadly shooting at backyard party
Police in LaGrange are looking for the person or people responsible for shooting seven people over the weekend. 'I dropped to the ground, I was running,' said Tavehza Brown. It happened near Seminary and Hill Streets. Officers say a large group was gathering for a backyard party at a home when gunshots erupted and killed 19-year-old Javeon Dukes. 'Nobody never had no beef or anything with him, like he would lighten up your day if you're down,' said Nykeria Boddie. She is Dukes' cousin and was with him at the party. 'I was like, 'Get down,' but I didn't know he already passed,' Boddie told reporters Monday. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Boddie said Dukes was a student at Georgia State and recently made the Dean's List. Officers told Channel 2's Cory James during a press conference that the youngest victim is a 16-year-old and the oldest is a 21-year-old. Major Dale Strickland with the LaGrange Police Department said the party made at least five stops throughout Troup County before ending at the home where the shooting took place. He said the group was reported to police multiple times for loud noise, causing them to disperse to other locations. 'It's not uncommon for members of our city to move from one spot to another,' Strickland said. TRENDING STORIES: 2 women critically injured after shooting on I-20 Driver pulls out knife on couple driving too slow in Kennesaw neighborhood, police say Georgia man drowns after caught in Gulf rip current Police said one of the victims is still in the hospital in critical condition. The department said the remaining victims who were injured are expected to recover. Mayor Jim Arrington is asking people who may have information to text 847-411. He said tips, pictures, and videos shared can be sent anonymously by texting that number with the word 'LaGrange.' A balloon release and candlelight vigil are taking place this Saturday for Dukes at Granger Park. The event starts at 8:30 p.m. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Associated Press
09-06-2025
- Associated Press
Shooting at backyard party in Georgia leaves 1 dead, 6 injured
LAGRANGE, Ga. (AP) — A 19-year-old man was killed and six other people were injured in a shooting in the western Georgia town of LaGrange. The shooting happened around 1 a.m. Sunday when someone began shooting at a backyard party, neighbors told police. Javeon Dukes, 19, was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at a LaGrange hospital. Some other victims were released from the hospital after being treated. Investigators haven't identified a suspect or explained why the shooting may have happened. They appealed Sunday for people with information to come forward. A phone call and email to police on Monday were not immediately returned. Shant Dukes, a cousin of the deceased victim, told WAGA-TV that the party was being held at her cousin's house when 'they shot into a crowd of kids.'
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Yahoo
Seven people shot, 19-year-old killed in LaGrange, police say
The Brief A 19-year-old was killed, and multiple others were sent to the hospital after a shooting on Seminary Street in LaGrange. While some victims have already been treated and released, it's not clear how many remain in the hospital. The LaGrange Police Department is conducting an investigation and is hoping someone comes forward with new information. LAGRANGE, Ga. - A teenager was killed during a shooting in LaGrange that put several other people in the hospital. What we know Police say at around 1 a.m. on Sunday, shots were fired on Seminary Street in LaGrange. Seven people had to be rushed to WellStar West Georgia Medical Center, but one of them didn't make it. Javeon Dukes, 19, was pronounced dead shortly after arriving. So far, police have confirmed some of the victims have already been treated and released. It's not clear how many more remain in the hospital or the severity of their injuries. This is an ongoing criminal investigation. What we don't know We still don't have any information on potential suspects or a motive for the shooting. What you can do The LaGrange Police Department is urging anyone who may have information related to this case to contact Det. Randazzo at 706-883-2684. Tips may also be submitted anonymously via the Tip411 system by using the mobile app, accessing the online portal, or texting the keyword "LAGRANGE" to 847411. The Source The LaGrange Police Department has provided the details included in this article.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Yahoo
Teen dead, 6 others injured after shooting in Troup County
An investigation is underway after an overnight shooting in LaGrange. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Around 1 a.m. LaGrange officers were called to reports of gunfire at a home on Seminary Street. When police arrived, they found seven people with gunshot wounds. The victims were rushed to WellStar West Georgia Medical Center for treatment. According to LPD, one of the victims, identified as Javeon Dukes,19, died shortly after arriving at the hospital. TRENDING STORIES: Newly renovated park reopens in Cobb County Tip from public leads to arrest of 12 illegal immigrants working at Marietta nail salon Rick Ross annual car show draws thousands to Fayetteville While the medical conditions of the other victims vary, police said some have been treated and released, while others continue to receive care. Investigators are working to learn what led up to the shooting and identify those involved. Anyone with information is urged to call Det. Randazzo at 706-883-2684. The investigation is ongoing. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
