Sleeping Woman Shot in Targeted Cordele Home; Police Investigating Multiple Scenes

The Cordele Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred early Tuesday morning, July 15, 2025, in the 400 block of W 19th Avenue. Preliminary information suggests the residence was intentionally targeted by unknown suspect(s).

As part of the ongoing investigation, police linked the shooting to a second location in the 900 block of S Joe Wright Drive. At that location, a 67-year-old woman was struck in the shoulder by gunfire while sleeping. She was transported for medical treatment and is expected to recover.

Officers recovered multiple shell casings of different calibers, indicating that more than one firearm was used. Police noted this is the second targeted home shooting in Cordele in the last two weeks.

The Cordele Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is actively working to identify the individuals responsible. Anyone with information is urged to contact investigators at (229) 276-2921. Callers may remain anonymous.