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‘A little worried:' Back-to-back shootings at Snellville park have visitors on edge
A place built for play was filled with violence over the weekend in Snellville, as police investigated two unrelated, back-to-back shootings. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Snellville police responded to two shootings at Briscoe Park within 24 hours of each other. Officials say officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound on Sunday around 2:30 p.m., following a domestic incident. The night before, around 9 p.m., a group of teens got into a fight that ended in a shootout. Officials say five people were injured, with four transported to the hospital with gunshot wounds. Authorities say the victims were between the ages of 14 and 17. A witness who shared video with Channel 2's Brittany Kleinpeter said they heard what sounded like dozens of gunshots. TRENDING STORIES: Driver, 9-year-old hospitalized after suspected DUI driver smashes into car during chase Area of GA river remains closed as divers search for missing boater GA mayor, wife charged with crimes against children The back-to-back shootings had some parkgoers on edge Sunday, including Shaka Diarrassouba. 'I saw a lot of police cars, so I was a little worried and concerned,' said Diarrassouba. Police have not revealed any motives or suspects in either shooting. Anyone with information regarding the incidents is urged to call SPD at 770-985-3555. Police said there is no ongoing threat to the surrounding area. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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Man shot at Briscoe Park in Snellville less than 24 hours after shooting that hospitalized 4 teens
The Brief A shooting was reported at Briscoe Park in Snellville on Sunday afternoon. One person, an adult male, was injured and taken to the hospital. No arrests. Four teens were injured in an earlier shooting at the same location Saturday night. SNELLVILLE, Ga. - A man was shot at Briscoe Park in Snellville on Sunday afternoon and police are working to locate the suspected shooter. What we know According to Snellville police, officers were called to Briscoe Park around 2:30 p.m. where they found an adult male with a gunshot wound. Investigators believe there was some sort of argument or disagreement between the victim and another male prior to the shooting. What we don't know The victim, who police have not identified, was taken to a local hospital for treatment. According to police, the suspect has been identified and fled the area in a vehicle. Dig deeper This shooting comes after four teenagers, ages 14 to 17, were hospitalized after a shooting at the park on Saturday night. In that incident, witnesses reported seeing two large groups arguing before gunfire erupted; police have not announced any arrests. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is leading the investigation for that case and is asking the public for information.
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Man shot in Snellville park less than 24 hours where multiple teens were injured
Snellville police are investigating a shooting in the same park where multiple teens were hurt the night before. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Around 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Snellville officers were called to Briscoe Park regarding a shooting. When police arrived, they found a man who had sustained a gunshot wound. According to investigators, it appears this was a domestic-related shooting involving the victim and another man. The victim, whose age and identity were not released, was taken to the hospital for medical treatment. SPD said the suspect has been identified but drove away from the scene. The investigation is ongoing. TRENDING STORIES: Man found dead, burned on Stone Mountain determined to die from suicide 10-year-old son of GA deputy hospitalized after bike accident VIP pool party promoted by alleged squatters doesn't happen at DeKalb home Saturday night around 9 p.m., Snellville police were called to a shooting at the same park. When they arrived, police said multiple teens had sustained gunshot wounds. The victims are between 14 and 17 years old. Four teens were taken to hospitals for medical treatment. Their identities were not released. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation processed the scene. Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to call SPD at 770-985-3555. Police said there is no ongoing threat to the surrounding area. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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2 days ago
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Shooting investigation at Gwinnett County park
Police are investigating a shooting in a Gwinnett County park on Saturday night. Snellville police say they are at Briscoe Park investigating a shooting, but that there is no danger to the public. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] They did not comment on how many people were shot or the extent of their injuries. There is no word on possible suspects or motives. A Channel 2 Action News reporter and photographer are on the way to the park. Get the latest details on WSB Tonight at 11 p.m. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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A boy with autism was reported missing in Gwinnett County. Here's what happened next...
The Brief We're learning more about a search for a ten-year-old boy with autism. He disappeared from his home on Bethany Church Road in Snellville. The Gwinnett County Police Aviation Unit spotted the boy from the air and guided officers on the ground to his location. GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - Authorities are releasing more details about how they were able to find a 10-year-old boy with autism who had been reported missing last month. What we know A boy was missing, and his mom was desperate. Gwinnett County police body cam video shows an officer radioing in his description. "The 10-year-old is going to be in a tan shirt, New York state is on the shirt, brown sweatpants, black shoes, he's on foot," the officer said. Police sent out officers on the ground and in the air. Air-1 took off to help in the search. "It's always a little scary for parents when a child goes missing," said Tactical Flight Officer Steven Johnson with the Gwinnett County Police Department's Aviation Unit. It happened around 9 p.m. on April 29. The boy, just 10 years old, disappeared while playing near his home. What they're saying "I wanted to be able to get there and help as much as possible," said Officer Johnson, who is part of the crew that got the call and is a dad. "Just trying to think about what you would do or what you can do to help as a parent, let alone an officer." Officers from Gwinnett County police fanned out. "We were using infrared," Officer Johnson said. Finding a person at night in the dark with trees obscuring the view is challenging even with infrared cameras. "It's harder for the IR camera to penetrate through, so it becomes a lot more difficult to spot people." Police scanned the woods for two-and-a-half hours searching for the boy, Johnson said. The Air-1 crew decided to check near the child's home one more time before they headed back to refuel. "We ended up spotting him in a field about 200 yards from his house," Johnson said. Air-1 spotted the boy alone in the woods, appearing to dance. "Every once in a while, he would go hide under a tree and just ball up and sit on the ground," Johnson said. "We love being able to find bad guys. When we find people who don't know they're in trouble or they need the help, it's a great relief." Paramedics treated the boy, and police returned him to safety. The Source The Gwinnett County Police Department provided the details for this article.
