Two people were killed and another 35 injured early Sunday morning during a mass shooting at a homecoming block party in Vienna, Georgia. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), shots were fired around 1:25 AM at the party on Pine Street.
Key Takeaways
Two people were killed and 35 others injured during a mass shooting at a homecoming block party in Vienna, Georgia early Sunday morning. Authorities are still searching for suspects.
- Two men aged 21 and 23 identified as victims
- Over 1,000 attendees at the block party when gunfire erupted around 1:25 AM
- At least 50 shots fired in two locations about a block apart
- No arrests made; motive unknown
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 4 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victim Identities | Broad Agreement | Ja'Quavion Aderious Jackson, Macaleb Malik Jackson | |
| Injured Count | Broad Agreement | 35 injured ranging in age from 14 to 51. | |
| Shooting Time | Broad Agreement | Shots fired around 1:25 AM. | |
| Shooting Locations | Broad Agreement | Shots were fired at two different locations about one block apart. |
Victim Identities
Broad AgreementJa'Quavion Aderious Jackson, Macaleb Malik Jackson
Injured Count
Broad Agreement35 injured ranging in age from 14 to 51.
Shooting Time
Broad AgreementShots fired around 1:25 AM.
Shooting Locations
Broad AgreementShots were fired at two different locations about one block apart.
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The victims have been identified as Ja'Quavion Aderious Jackson, 21, and Macaleb Malik Jackson, 23. Dooly County Sheriff Craig Peavy noted that it is unclear whether the two were related. The injured ranged in age from 14 to 51, with some in critical condition.
The party drew a large crowd of over 1,000 people celebrating homecoming festivities for Dooly County High School. Deputies were near the scene when the shooting began and reported more gunfire erupting about a block away shortly after their arrival. As of Monday afternoon, no arrests have been made.
GBI Director Chris Hosey stated that six investigative work units from across Georgia are assisting with the case. Authorities emphasized there is no known continuing threat to the public and urged anyone with information to come forward. Schools in Dooly County reopened on Monday with additional safety measures, though specifics were not disclosed.
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