Man Killed in Shooting At Jimmy Carter Boulevard Gas Station in Norcross

October 11, 2024
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A man was fatally shot outside a gas station on Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Norcross, prompting a search for the suspect who fled the scene.


A man was fatally shot outside a gas station on Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Norcross, prompting a search for the suspect who fled the scene.

The Details: Police officers responded to a 911 call around 4169 Jimmy Carter Boulevard, where a man was reported to have been shot in front of the gas station.

When they arrived, officers found a man with at least one gunshot wound lying in the parking lot. Emergency personnel transported the victim to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators have been working the scene, speaking with witnesses and gathering evidence.

Preliminary information suggests that the victim was approached by a man in the parking lot, who then shot him before fleeing on foot. Police set up a perimeter to try and catch the suspect, but he remained at large as of the latest reports.

What’s Next: Investigators have not yet established a motive for the shooting, and the identity of the victim is being withheld until his family has been notified. The police department will release additional information as it becomes available.

How to Help: Anyone with information is urged to contact Gwinnett County Police detectives at 770-513-5300. For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or via the website stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

👮‍♂️ 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.


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