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UPDATE #1: PERSON SHOT IN TARGET, 875 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANNEE RD., LAWRENCEVILLE
UPDATE: (Lawrenceville, Ga, May 9, 2022) Elijah Mitchell (30 year old male, Lawrenceville) was arrested immediately after the shooting and charged with one count each of Aggravated Assault, Reckless Conduct, and Cruelty to Children 3rd. The victim has been identified as Orlanda Banks (27 year old male, Lawrenceville). It is believed that the suspect and victim know each other and got into a dispute at the store.
(Lawrenceville, Ga., May 7, 2022) – At approximately 1:26 pm officers with the East precinct responded to a person shot call inside of Target at 875 Lawrenceville Suwannee Rd.
When officers arrived, they located one male with a gunshot wound. This male was transported to the hospital and his injuries are believed to be non-life threatening.
The suspect has been taken into custody.
Detectives are on scene investigating and speaking to witnesses. The Crime Scene Unit is processing the scene for evidence. The incident is believed to be a domestic argument between the involved parties on scene.
If anyone has any information to share in this case, please contact GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.