Shooting in Athens-Clarke County: Teenager Hospitalized, Suspect Arrested

On May 22, 2024, Athens-Clarke County Police Officers responded to a shooting call at 12:30 a.m. near Broad Street and Pulaski Street. Upon searching the area, officers found a 17-year-old male victim with a gunshot wound to his head. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment and has not yet been released.

Following an investigation, police obtained warrants against 20-year-old Quavarez Sanders of Athens, Georgia. Sanders faces two counts of aggravated assault and one count of aggravated battery in connection with the shooting. He was arrested on May 23.

The investigation is ongoing. ACCPD urges anyone with information to contact Detective Johnson at 762-400-7060 or Paul.Johnson@accgov.com.