Shoppers at a Lowe’s in Macon had a frightening morning when gunfire broke out in the store’s parking lot.
Just The Facts:
- Shots were fired outside Lowe’s on Zebulon Road.
- Call came into 911 at 11:46 a.m. Wednesday.
- Witnesses reported two men exchanging gunfire.
- No injuries or property damage were reported.
- Investigators are working to determine what led to the shooting.
The Details: Bibb County deputies rushed to the scene after reports of gunfire near the busy shopping area. According to witnesses, two men fired shots at each other before leaving the area. Fortunately, no one was hit, and no damage was reported. Authorities have not yet released details about what sparked the shooting or whether any suspects have been identified.
How You Can Help: Anyone with information is urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
👮♂️ Gun Crimes in Our Communities: Here are statistics from The Gun Violence Archive, a non-profit meticulously tracking gun incidents.
2023 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 39,135
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 18,874
- Gun-related injuries: 36,357
- Mass shootings: 656
2022 Statistics:
- Total gun-related incidents: 42,064
- Gun-related deaths (excluding suicides): 20,200
- Gun-related injuries: 38,500
- Mass shootings: 647
While firearm deaths and injuries saw a slight decline compared to previous years, mass shootings continued to rise, with 2023 surpassing 650 incidents. This underscores the continued severity of gun violence in the U.S.
To Be Clear: These aren’t just digits on a page. Each statistic represents a life affected, a community shaken.
