Man accused of shooting girlfriend held without bond

A man accused of shooting his girlfriend is being held without bond in the Fulton County Jail.

Jason Thompson, 34, is charged with shooting his girlfriend in a home in the 400 block of Bryan Street on Tuesday, Atlanta police spokesman John Chafee said.

The woman was semi-alert, conscious and breathing when she was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital, Chafee said.

Thompson is charged with aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during commission of a felony.

His next court appearance is scheduled for June 19.

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