Crime
26-year-old Keshon Knolton killed after shooting at Green Meadows Townhouses in Macon
A 17-year-old male was also located with a gunshot injury.
Macon, Georgia – The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that left one man dead and another injured early Sunday morning at the Green Meadows apartment complex on Log Cabin Drive.
The shooting occurred shortly before 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 8, 2024.
Deputies responded to reports of gunfire at the complex and discovered 26-year-old Keshon Knolton unresponsive with gunshot wounds.
A 17-year-old male was also located with a gunshot injury.
Both victims were rushed to a local hospital, where Knolton succumbed to his injuries. The teenager is currently listed in stable condition.
Detectives are actively investigating the circumstances that led to the shooting. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is working to piece together the events and determine whether this incident is connected to another shooting that occurred less than 24 hours earlier on the same street.
This marks the second shooting on Log Cabin Drive within a day. On Saturday, December 7, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a woman was shot while decorating her front yard for Christmas. That incident occurred about half a mile away from the Green Meadows apartments.
Authorities are examining whether there is a connection between the two shootings, emphasizing their commitment to community safety.
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about either shooting to come forward. Tips can be reported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or anonymously through the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation develops.
SAN ANTONIO, TX — Two San Antonio police officers were shot during an incident on the city’s West Side Wednesday morning, according to Police Chief William McManus. The suspected gunman is also reported to be down.
The shooting occurred shortly after 8:30 a.m. in the 6800 block of U.S. Highway 90 westbound, near Military Drive, in the parking area of the Travelodge Motel.
Multiple emergency medical units were dispatched to the scene following reports of officers injured by gunfire.
When officers responded to the location, an exchange of gunfire ensued, resulting in both officers being struck.
The suspect was also shot during the confrontation.
The conditions of the officers have not yet been released, and it remains unclear how severe their injuries are.
The access road along U.S. Highway 90 westbound has been closed as police secure the area and conduct a full investigation.
A large law enforcement presence, including tactical and crime scene units, remains on site.
Chief McManus confirmed that additional details will be provided during a scheduled press briefing later today, as investigators work to determine the events leading up to the shooting and whether any additional suspects were involved.
Residents are urged to avoid the area as the investigation remains active.