REMERTON, Ga. — The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), in coordination with the Remerton Police Department, is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning, resulting in the death of a 16-year-old male.
According to authorities, officers with the Remerton Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1900 block of Baytree Place at approximately 12:30 a.m. on July 5.
Upon arrival, they located the teenage victim, who was transported to a nearby hospital.
Despite life-saving efforts, he later succumbed to his injuries.
GBI agents have confirmed that a large number of individuals were present at the scene when the shooting took place.
However, no additional details have been released regarding potential suspects or a motive, as the investigation remains ongoing.
Officials are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward.
Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477) or anonymously online at https://gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation develops.
