Teen shot in Cordele on July Fourth

CORDELE, Ga. – A press release from the Cordele Police Department says that “during the Fourth of July celebration, a 14-year-old male was shot in Holsey Cobb Village Apartments on the inside of the apartment complex, next to the office building of 1210 S 10 . This occurred at approximately 11:30pm, July 4, 2020.

Initially Cordele Police were advised of a gunshot victim that arrived at Crisp Regional and was being treated for a gunshot wound. Investigators responded. The crime scene was located and processed.”

Officials say that the injured teen has a “non-life-threatening injury. ”

Anyone with information pertaining to this incident, is advised to contact the Cordele Police Department at 229.276.2921.

This is an ongoing investigation, South Georgia TV will keep you updated as more information comes in.