Murder suspect arrested in Georgia after chase and shootout with police officer

SAVANNAH – A man was arrested in a murder investigation in Georgia following a short chase and shooting involving a police officer.

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At the request of the Savannah Police Department, GBI agents are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia. The incident occurred near the entrance of Home Depot at 1907 E. Victory Drive. Gregory Eugene Griffin, age 31, was injured. No officers were injured in this incident.

Preliminary information indicates that officers attempted to stop a vehicle at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 30, 2024, based on information from the Chatham County Police Department. The information listed Griffin as a suspect in a homicide investigation and as the driver of the vehicle. Griffin attempted to drive away, and a brief chase ensued. He drove in the wrong lane on E. Victory Drive and struck another vehicle. Griffin exited his vehicle and began running. Officers began to pursue Griffin, at which point he pulled out a firearm and fired at the officers. Three officers fired their weapons, striking Griffin.

Officers rendered aid to Griffin and he was transported to Memorial Health University Medical Center for treatment.

This investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Statesboro at 912-871-1121. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by phone at 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), online at https://gbi.georgia.gov/submit-tips-online or by downloading the “See Something, Send Something” mobile app.

The GBI will conduct an independent investigation. Upon completion, the file will be forwarded to the District Attorney’s Office of the Eastern Judicial Circuit for review.