DeKalb County

Child in serious condition following overnight shooting in DeKalb County, authorities say

DeKalb County police vehicle (WSB-TV)

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting involving a juvenile.

Authorities told Channel 2 Action News officers received reports of a person shot on Columbia Drive at 2 a.m. Friday.

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When officers arrived, they found a minor who had been shot. He was taken to the hospital in serious condition, but is expected to live.

The identity of the minor has not been released.

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Police have not said what led to the shooting and if anyone was taken into custody.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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