FAYETTE COUNTY, Ga. – Tragedy struck a Walmart store in Fayetteville, Georgia, on Friday night when a 19-year-old man lost his life and a 9-year-old girl was left injured in a shooting incident. The unfortunate event unfolded around 10 p.m. inside the Walmart store on Pavillion Parkway, according to local authorities.
Upon arrival at the scene, police discovered Antavius Holton, 19, and the young girl both suffering from gunshot wounds. The suspected shooter, identified as 19-year-old Adrian Jelks, was also an employee at the Walmart store.
Holton and the injured girl were promptly transported to a nearby hospital, where Holton succumbed to his injuries. Meanwhile, the young girl is reported to be in stable condition, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the tragedy.
Authorities have confirmed that the shooting was not an act of random violence but rather a targeted incident. The community is now on edge as the perpetrator remains at large, having fled the scene in a vehicle that was later found abandoned.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with law enforcement agencies diligently working to track down Jelks. In a surprising turn of events, 19-year-old Sandra Romero-Nunez has been arrested on pending warrants related to the crime, raising questions about her alleged involvement in the tragic incident.
As the community comes to terms with this senseless act of violence, residents are urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities in hopes of bringing those responsible to justice. The emotional toll of such a devastating event is felt not just by the victims and their families but by the entire community, emphasizing the need for unity and support during difficult times.