GBI called in after shooting injures youth in Thomson

THOMSON, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating a shooting that injured one person Friday morning in Thomson.

The agency said the shooting happened sometime before about 5:50 a.m. at the Brickyard Village Apartments, 125 Springfield St.

Police responded to the apartments after receiving a call about gunshots in the area.

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GBI special agents learned that one juvenile had been shot and suffered injuries that were not life-threatening. The victim was taken to a local hospital and treated for gunshot wounds before being released.

The GBI said it appears two apartments were struck by gunfire.

The agency’s assistance was requested by Thomson police.

Anyone with information is urged to call the GBI at 706-595-2575 or Thomson police at 706-595-2166. Tips can also be submitted by calling 800-597-8477, online at https://gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online, or by ing the See Something, Send Something mobile app.