Decatur, Georgia – Authorities in DeKalb County are on the lookout for three individuals in connection with a fatal shooting that transpired during an alleged drug transaction, police reported.
The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday evening when law enforcement received a call regarding a deceased individual near Flat Shoals Parkway and Snapfinger Road. Upon reaching the scene, officers discovered a 27-year-old man dead inside a vehicle.
According to investigators, the victim had parked at a Chevron gas station where the fatal shooting occurred. It is believed that the man was attempting to purchase drugs and hastily attempted to drive away during the exchange. When the victim accelerated, one of the individuals outside the car brandished a firearm and shot the victim in the neck. The victim’s foot remained pressed on the gas pedal, causing the car to move across the street and collide with several objects before coming to a stop.
The investigation is currently ongoing, with authorities actively searching for three suspects involved in the incident, including the alleged shooter.
The details surrounding the deadly incident are still being pieced together by law enforcement as they work to apprehend those responsible. The community remains on edge following the tragic events that took place at the gas station in DeKalb County.
Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information regarding the shooting or the whereabouts of the suspects to come forward and assist in bringing those responsible to justice. The focus is now on ensuring the safety and well-being of the local residents as the investigation progresses.
As the investigation unfolds, residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities to prevent further acts of violence in the community. The authorities are dedicated to resolving the case swiftly and ensuring that justice is served for the victim and their loved ones.