Key Takeaways

  • The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office investigates a shooting at the Economy Hotel on Pio Nono Avenue.
  • A 26-year-old man, Travon Maurice Harden, suffered a gunshot wound and later died at the hospital.
  • Law enforcement found no other victims at the scene and have begun an early-stage investigation.
  • Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers.

MACON — A man was shot and killed at a Macon hotel Tuesday evening.

What’s Happening: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting at Economy Hotel at 4295 Pio Nono Avenue. Someone called 911 at 7:22 p.m. Tuesday to report the shooting.

What’s Important: Deputies found a 26-year-old man in the parking lot with a gunshot wound. Paramedics rushed him to a local hospital, but he died from his injuries.

The Victim: The man was identified as Travon Maurice Harden of Macon. Chief Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley said his family has been notified. No one else was hurt.

The Investigation: The investigation is in its early stages. Anyone with information can call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.

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