One person shot, taken to hospital in Gainesville

Police are investigating a shooting in Gainesville after one person was shot and taken to a hospital.

What we know:

Gainesville police are investigating a shooting that occurred in the area of Chestnut Street and Green Hunter Lane. 

One person was shot and taken to Northeast Georgia Medical Center for treatment.

Investigators expect to maintain a heavy presence in the neighborhood for several hours as they gather evidence.

Authorities stated current information indicates the suspect is no longer in the area, and officials say there is no remaining threat to the neighborhood. 

Police have not yet identified a suspect or detailed what led to the shooting.

What we don't know:

Police have not released information regarding the identity or condition of the victim.

The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Gainesville Police Department, which detailed the incident in an official statement.

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