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Georgia police search for ‘armed and dangerous’ man wanted in connection with shooting of 6-year-old – WSB-TV Channel 2

COLUMBUS, Ga. (AP) — A 6-year-old was shot multiple times last week before being taken to a children’s hospital in Atlanta.

At approximately 12:30 p.m. on May 1, officers were called to the 4500 block of Tracy Street for a shooting and found 6-year-old Cameron Thomas suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

Thomas was taken to Piedmont Hospital before being transferred to a children’s hospital.

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After an investigation, police arrested Makalilah Briscoe and charged him with four counts of aggravated assault.

Police also issued arrest warrants for 20-year-old Robert Walker and an unidentified 16-year-old.

The 16-year-old turned himself in and is charged with four counts of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

It’s unclear what led to Thomas being shot. His current status is unclear.

Anyone with information can contact 911 or call Cpl Jared Berger at (706) 225-4325. Tipsters can remain anonymous and any information about his whereabouts that leads to his arrest may receive a reward. Information can also be submitted anonymously through City Protect or by texting VACS and your message to 274637 (CRIMES).

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