Crime
19-year-old Tayon Dopson killed after shooting near Coleman Court Apartments in Dublin
DUBLIN, Ga. — Law enforcement officials are investigating the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old male that occurred near an apartment complex on Sunday night.
According to a statement from the Dublin Police Department, officers responded to reports of a shooting near the Coleman Court Apartments shortly before 9:30 p.m.
Upon arrival, they discovered the victim, identified as 19-year-old Tayon Dopson, deceased from apparent gunshot wounds.
The Dublin Police Department, in collaboration with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities have not released details regarding potential suspects or motives at this time.
The investigation remains active and ongoing. Law enforcement officials urge anyone with information to come forward.
The public can contact the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Eastman at 478-374-6988 or the Dublin Police Department at 478-277-5023.
Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), online at GBI’s tip submission website, or through the “See Something, Send Something” mobile app.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.