CLARKE COUNTY, Ga. — Three teenagers were injured in a shooting incident early Sunday morning in downtown Athens after a fight, according to police.
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The Athens-Clarke County Police Department was called to a report of a fight at 3:52 AM on Sunday, in the 100 block of East Clayton Street.
Police said after officers dispersed the group involved, the individuals came back together near Lumpkin Street, where gunshots were heard shortly after.
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ACCPD officers found three teens with apparent gunshot wounds at the scene, officials said.
The teenagers, whose ages and identities were not released, were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
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Detectives are actively investigating the incident and are seeking information from the public. Anyone with information can contact Det. Harrison at 762-400-7361 or via email at David.Harrison@accgov.com.
Tipsters can remain anonymous and provide tips through the ACCPD tip line at 706-705-4775. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest in this case.
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