Attempted carjacking at Gwinnett apartments leads to shooting
Suspects on the run after Gwinnett carjacking, shooting
A man was hospitalized in stable condition after a large group of men shot him multiple times during an attempted carjacking Wednesday night at a Gwinnett County apartment complex.
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - Gwinnett County detectives are hunting for multiple suspects after a gunman shot a man during an attempted carjacking Tuesday night at an apartment complex.
What we know:
Gwinnett County police officers responded to the Longwood Vista Apartment Complex in the 2300 block of Global Forum Boulevard around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday for a report of a person shot. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man suffering from gunshot wounds.
The victim was injured as he tried to drive away from the gunmen, causing his vehicle to hit several parked cars in the lot and extending the crime scene.
The victim was rushed to a local hospital, where medical staff listed him in stable condition. Detectives believe several men dressed in dark clothing targeted the man during an attempted carjacking.
What we don't know:
Officials have not yet confirmed the identities of the suspects or released detailed descriptions of the men involved. Police have not publically identified the victim or specified if any weapons were recovered from the scene.
No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. However, investigators said they believe this is an isolated incident and there is no active threat to the public.
What you can do:
Anyone who has information regarding this shooting is urged to contact the Gwinnett County Police Department at 770-513-5300.
To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.stopcrimeATL.com.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Gwinnett County Police Department.