Man dies after fatal shooting accident at Georgia gun range

May 27, 2019
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SAVANNAH -- Savannah police are investigating an accidental fatal shooting at a local shooting range.

SAVANNAH — Savannah police are investigating an accidental fatal shooting at a local shooting range.

Officers responded to a call at the Savannah Quick Shot at 7207 White Bluff Road at about 3 p.m. on May 27. Once there, they discovered 59-year-old John Salvati suffering from a gunshot wound.

He was transported to Memorial Medical Center where he died as a result of his injuries.

Police say an initial investigation revealed Salvati was inadvertently shot by another member of his party while at the range. 

The incident remains under investigation.