Griffin 15-year-old shot to death, investigation underway, police say

SPALDING COUNTY, Ga. — Authorities are investigating a deadly weekend shooting.

Griffin police said on Saturday, officers received reports of a person shot on West College Street Extension.

When officers arrived, they located a 15-year-old boy who had been shot multiple times.

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Authorities confirmed he was pronounced dead on the scene.

The victim’s identity has not been released.

It is unclear if anyone has been taken into custody.

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The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Griffin Police Department at 770-229-6452.

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