Crime
16-year-old Gabriel Seats killed in Southwest Atlanta shooting
ATLANTA, Ga. — A violent confrontation between two teenagers ended in tragedy Wednesday evening in southwest Atlanta, leaving one dead and another injured, according to the Atlanta Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of a shooting at 1191 Oakland Drive SW around 8:10 p.m.
Upon arrival, they found two 16-year-old boys suffering from gunshot wounds.
One of the teens, identified Thursday by the Fulton County Medical Examiner as Gabriel Seats, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police say preliminary findings suggest that Seats shot the other 16-year-old, who then returned fire, fatally wounding Seats in what appears to have been a mutual exchange of gunfire.
“The assailant shot the surviving 16-year-old, who returned fire, striking and killing him,” said Lt. Andrew Smith, commander of the Atlanta Police Department’s Homicide Unit.
The surviving teen was described as alert, conscious, and breathing when first responders arrived.
His identity has not been released, and authorities have not confirmed whether he will face any criminal charges.
Investigators are currently exploring potential motives behind the altercation, including the possibility of gang involvement.
“At this point, we’re not sure if this is gang related. We do have gang investigators on scene,” Lt. Smith added.
The investigation remains active, and police are urging anyone with information to contact the Atlanta Police Department.
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.