GA police search for ‘armed and dangerous’ man wanted in connection to shooting of 6-year-old

COLUMBUS, Ga — A 6-year-old was shot multiple times last week before being taken to an Atlanta children’s hospital.

At around 12:30 a.m. on May 1, officers were called to the 4500 block of Tracy Street about a shooting and they found 6-year-old Cameron Thomas with multiple gunshot wounds.

Thomas was taken to Piedmont Hospital before being taken to a children’s hospital.

After an investigation, police arrested Makalilah Briscoe and charged him with four counts of aggravated assault.

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Police also issued warrants for 20-year-old Robert Walker and an unidentified 16-year-old.

The 16-year-old turned himself in and will be charged with four counts of aggravated assault and the possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.

It is unclear what led up to Thomas being shot. His current status is unclear.

Anyone with information, can contact 911 or call Cpl. Jared Berger at (706) 225-4325. Tipsters can remain anonymous and any information on his whereabouts that leads to his arrest can receive a reward. Information can also be submitted anonymously via City Protect or by texting VACS plus your message to 274637 (CRIMES).

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