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Child Shot in The Back at Atlanta Home

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A child lies in the hospital tonight after someone shot them in the back at a southwest Atlanta residence, police say.

Why It Matters: Parents and neighbors in southwest Atlanta face growing concerns about child safety as gun violence continues to affect the city’s youngest residents.

🔍 What’s Happening:

  • Atlanta Police officers rushed to a residential area where Meadow Lane Circle meets Cherry Blossom Drive
  • Medical teams transported the young victim to Arthur M. Blank Children’s Hospital
  • Police have not named any suspects

⚠️ Between the Lines: Law enforcement remains tight-lipped about crucial details, including the child’s age and current medical status, leaving community members anxious for answers.


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