SAVANNAH, Ga– The Savannah Police Department is investigating a Nov. 3 shooting that occurred in the 500 block of Pennsylvania Ave. and resulted in non-life-threatening injury to an adult male.
Eastside Precinct officers responded to the scene at around 3:17 p.m. in response to reports of a shooting. They discovered the victim, who had sustained a gunshot wound to the leg. He was transported by EMS to Memorial Health University Medical Center for treatment.
With the assistance of Patrol, SPD detectives worked through the night and identified several juveniles connected to this incident. One male juvenile was charged with possession of a firearm by a person under 18 and transported to the Regional Youth Detention Center. This investigation led to multiple firearms being seized by SPD.
The investigation remains ongoing and will be updated as more information is available.
“Parents and family members are the first line of defense in making sure children don’t have access to illegal firearms,” said Assistant Chief Robert Gavin. “If you own any firearms, make sure they are secured and that ammunition is stored in a separate, lockable location. Most of all, play an active role in your child’s life. Know who they are spending time with and pay attention to any changes in behavior.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact CrimeStoppers at 912-234-2020, or submit an anonymous tip through the SPD mobile app.
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