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Sleeping man shot at Bouldercrest Road apartment complex, police say

By FOX 5 Atlanta Digital Team
Updated  November 17, 2025 9:29am EST
DeKalb County
FOX 5 Atlanta
Shooting investigation on Bouldercrest Road in DeKalb County

Shooting investigation on Bouldercrest Road in DeKalb County

A shooting investigation is underway on Bouldercrest Road in DeKalb County. It is unconfirmed if anyone was shot during the incident.

The Brief

    • DeKalb County police are investigating overnight gunfire that struck apartments on Bouldercrest Road.
    • A neighbor reported hearing multiple shots and seeing a white SUV speed away from the scene.
    • Police have confirmed a man was shot while sleeping, and the investigation is ongoing.

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Police are investigating an overnight shooting along Bouldercrest Road after gunfire struck nearby apartments, startling residents and sending officers to the scene early Monday.

What we know:

A neighbor told FOX 5 he was inside his unit when he suddenly heard a barrage of shots outside.

The neighbor said the shots came without warning, followed by a vehicle speeding away from the area.

Police say the shooting happened around 1:15 a.m. 

What we don't know:

As of Monday morning, DeKalb County police are still working to gather details and determine what led to the gunfire. Shortly after 9 a.m., police confirmed that one person was shot during the incident. He reportedly told police that he was asleep when the shooting occurred. He was transported to a hospital for treatment. 

What's next:

This is a developing story. Anyone with information can send an anonymous tip through the free DeKalb County PD (Tip411) app or by texting "DKPD" to 847411, followed by the tip.

The Source

  • Information provided by DeKalb County police and a resident of the apartment complex. 

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