Crime
4 killed and 9 injured after shooting at Apalachee High School, suspect in custody
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has confirmed that at least four people were killed and nine were hospitalized in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia.
Previous reports incorrectly stated that the suspect was deceased. The GBI has clarified that the suspect is alive and in custody.
The victims have not been identified.
Barrow County Coroner Kenny Cooper described the tragic scene at Apalachee High School: “We are methodically searching every classroom in this large school building.
A mass shooting occurred at Apalachee High School in Barrow County around 10:20 a.m. on Wednesday.
Law enforcement and emergency services responded to reports of an active shooter at the school. Dozens of police vehicles and ambulances were deployed to the scene.
A medical helicopter was observed transporting a victim from the location. Authorities from various agencies, including the Georgia State Patrol, Barrow County Sheriff’s Office, Winder County Sheriff’s Office, FBI, and GBI, are involved in the investigation.
The suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed, is in custody and alive.
Sanford, FL (November 06, 2024): Sanford Police have arrested Savon Chantay Tyler (D.O.B. 08/16/1989), in connection with last night’s homicide that occurred in Greystone Townhomes.
On November 05, 2024, just after 7:00 P.M., Sanford Police officers responded to a shooting in the area of 1771 Travertine Terrace.
Upon arrival, officers located Lauren Ashley Martin (D.O.B. 03/29/1990), laying in the roadway, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Lauren was transported to a local area hospital where she later died as a result of her injuries.
Based on the investigation, it was determined that Lauren drove to Tyler’s residence regarding an ongoing argument.
Both Lauren and Tyler engaged in a verbal altercation, which then escalated to a physical altercation.
During the altercation, Tyler shot Lauren multiple times.
Investigators are aware that this incident was live streamed on social media and they are in possession of the live stream videos.
Savon Chantay Tyler was taken into custody without incident.
She will be charged with one count of First Degree Homicide.
This was an isolated incident and there is no one at large related to this situation.
Regarding the incident, Chief Cecil Smith stated, “Today, a family is mourning the loss of a loved one, because someone chose to resolve a disagreement with violence. What started the argument between these two won’t be remembered, but the loss of Lauren will forever be with her family and friends. There are choices other than violence.”
Investigators are asking anyone with information on this crime to please contact the Sanford Police Department or Crimeline at 800 423-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimeline.org. Calls made to Crimeline remain anonymous, and tips to Crimeline that lead to solving homicide cases are eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000 dollars.