Fight over food at Pryor Street service center for people who do not have homes leads to shooting

Atlanta police are investigating a shooting in which a man wielding a stick was shot in both of his arms over a disagreement about food late Saturday afternoon.

Police say the 32-year-old man was arguing with another man just after 4 p.m. at 275 Pryor Street SW. That address houses both a medical clinic and a service center for people who do not have homes. 

During the argument, the 32-year-old man used a large stick to attack the other man. The victim then took out a gun and shot him, claiming self-defense.

The 32-year-old was arrested and charged as the suspected aggressor.

Both men were taken to the hospital for treatment.

The Aggravated Assault Unit is investigating this case.

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