Gwinnett County Police Investigate Suspected Murder-Suicide in Snellville

Gwinnett County Police detectives are investigating a domestic-related homicide that occurred in Snellville. At approximately 9:40 p.m., officers from the South precinct responded to a call about a person being shot at the 3500 block of Glen Summit Lane.

A friend of the female victim, concerned after not hearing from her, contacted someone with a key to the residence to check on her. Upon arrival, the key holder discovered the female deceased inside the house.

Officers arrived on the scene and found an adult female deceased and an adult male alive but suffering from a gunshot wound. The male was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The male’s injury is being investigated as a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the individuals involved lived together at the residence, and the incident is domestic-related. Detectives are not seeking any additional suspects. The Medical Examiner is en route to determine the cause of death of the female victim.

Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact GCPD detectives at 770.513.5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters can contact Crime Stoppers at 404.577.TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters may receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.