Update: Larry Pounds III, 19, has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting at the intersection of Whitaker and Congress Street. He was charged on Nov. 2 for the crime that took place on Oct. 22.
SAVANNAH (Oct. 22, 2023) – Savannah Police Detectives are investigating an Oct. 22 shooting at the intersection of Whitaker and Congress Street that resulted in the death of one male victim.
SPD responded to the scene at around 1:30 a.m. based on a report of gunshots. Officers discovered a victim who was dead from an apparent gunshot wound. A second male victim has been transported to Memorial Health University Medical Center for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
A crime scene was established, and witnesses were interviewed. No arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information should call CrimeStoppers, 912-234-2020.