Burke County law enforcement officers are investigating a homicide that occurred at 1:40 a.m. Saturday on Claxton Road in Girard.
What We Know: Police have only released preliminary information on the shooting so far.
Deputies responded to the scene and found that 5 people had been shot while attending a party.
One person died as a result of the shooting.
The Sheriff’s office is working to identify the individuals responsible for the shooting.
The names of the victims have not been released yet. If you have any information regarding this incident contact the Sheriff’s Office at 706-554-2133.
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