A fatal shooting in the early hours of August 30 has left one man dead and two others injured in the heart of Savannah’s historic district. The incident, which occurred around 2:15 a.m. in the 100 block of West Congress Lane, has prompted an ongoing investigation by Savannah Police detectives.
The Details: Police responded to reports of gunfire and arrived at the scene to find an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. As officers searched the area, they discovered two more victims—an adult female with gunshot wounds and another adult male with an injury to his hand. The injured man declined medical treatment, while the other two were rushed to Memorial Medical Center. Unfortunately, one of the male victims succumbed to his injuries shortly after arriving at the hospital.
What’s Next: The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously to CrimeStoppers at 912-234-2020 or through the Savannah Police Department’s mobile app.
👮♂️ 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.
Thom Chandler
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