SAVANNAH – The Savannah Police Department arrested Jemond Burke, 18, in connection with a Feb. 18 shooting in the 2000 block of E. 50th street.
Police were dispatched to the scene at 9:27 p.m. following reports of a shooting. On arrival, officers discovered a male juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound. The juvenile was treated and transported to Memorial Health University Medical Center.
While still on the scene detectives received a report that Burke had arrived at Memorial hospital also suffering from a gunshot wound. After an initial investigation detectives charged Burke with aggravated assault, armed robbery, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information should call CrimeStoppers, 912-234-2020, or submit an anonymous tip through the SPD mobile app.
