Man found shot to death near Historic Fourth Ward Park, police say

Atlanta police are investigating after a man was shot and killed early Saturday morning near the Historic Fourth Ward Park.

What we know:

Authorities stated the shooting happened around 4:53 a.m. in the 600 block of Angier Ave NE, near Historic Fourth Ward Park and just west of the Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man who had been shot. He died at the scene. 

The Atlanta Police Department's Homicide Unit investigated the scene to gather evidence. 

What we don't know:

APD did not release the identity of the man who was killed. 

It's unclear what led to the shooting as police continue investigating. 

Authorities have not stated whether they have identified any potential suspects. 

The Source: Information in this story came from the Atlanta Police Department. 

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