Atlanta police investigate morning shooting on Piedmont Road

ATLANTA - Gunfire erupted early Wednesday morning after an argument turned violent, leaving one man in the hospital with multiple gunshot wounds. 

What we know:

Atlanta police responded to the 2000 block of Piedmont Road NE around 2:53 a.m. following reports of a shooting. 

When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man suffering from several gunshot wounds. 

First responders transported the victim to a local hospital for further treatment. Officials said he was alert, conscious and breathing at the time of transport.

Investigators believe the violence stemmed from a prior argument between the individuals involved.

Officers detained a male youth involved in the shooting directly at the scene. 

Atlanta police stated that multiple charges are currently pending against him as the investigation continues. 

What we don't know:

Investigators have not released the names or ages of the victim or the detained teen, nor have they detailed the exact nature of the argument.

Police detained a teen boy at the scene shortly after arriving. Officers noted that multiple charges are pending against the youth as the investigation continues.

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