SPD investigating shooting on Ott Street
At around 10:50 p.m. officers responded to the scene based on ShotSpotter reports. Police discovered the unresponsive victim in the road. He was treated on site and then transported to Memorial Health University Medical Center.
The investigation is ongoing. No arrests have been made. Anyone with information should callCrimeStoppers at (912) 234-2020, or submit an anonymous tip through the SPD mobile app
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