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Gunman sought after woman shot at DeKalb condo community

Investigators said the victim is expected to make a full recovery.
Investigators said the victim is expected to make a full recovery.
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May 11, 2021

Police in DeKalb County are working to locate a gunman they say shot a woman at a condominium community near Stone Mountain.

The victim was rushed to a hospital after the shooting, which happened at the Windchase condo community Sunday night, DeKalb police spokeswoman Michaela Vincent said.

Officers were sent to the home on Windchase Lane about 11:35 p.m., Vincent said. Investigators said the woman was the only person injured in the shooting and is expected to make a full recovery.

Police have not released any details on a suspect and no arrests have been made. Anyone with information is asked to contact DeKalb police.

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