Two killed, 35 injured in Vienna, Ga., block party shooting
A mass shooting at a block party in Vienna, Georgia, left two people dead and 35 injured, authorities said.
Two people were pronounced dead and 35 others were wounded after gunfire erupted at a block party on Pine Street in Vienna, Georgia, about two hours south of Atlanta, early Sunday morning. The Dooly County Sheriff’s Office said the incident occurred around 1:25 a.m.
Sheriff Craig Peavy identified the deceased as 21-year-old Jaquevion Jackson and 23-year-old McCaleb Jackson. Injured victims, aged 14 to 51, were reported in conditions ranging from critical to stable.
"We feel for the families, and I give the families my word that we’re gonna pursue and try to have justice for them," Peavy told local media.
Deputies were positioned at both ends of the block party when the shooting began and moved through the crowd to assist victims despite ongoing gunfire. The investigation is ongoing, with no suspect identified or motive disclosed.
Authorities continue to gather information and have not confirmed any arrests related to the shooting.