One Dead, Two Juveniles Injured in Cordele Shooting on South 12th Street

A Thursday evening shooting in Cordele left one man dead and two juveniles injured, prompting a joint investigation by local and state authorities.

On June 19, 2025, just before 7:00 p.m., Cordele Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 700 block of South 12th Street. Upon arrival, officers located two male victims—one an adult who was pronounced dead at the scene, and the other a juvenile, who was transported by EMS to Crisp Regional Hospital.

Later, investigators learned of a third victim, also a juvenile, who sustained a gunshot wound. His injuries were not considered life-threatening.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and the Cordele Police Investigations Division were called in to process the scene. The investigation remains active.

Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to contact the Cordele Police Department Investigations Division at 229-276-2928.