Man shot dead in Gwinnett

Gwinnett police are investigating after a man was discovered shot to death in his home.

Roberto Ortega Figueroa, 36, was found dead by a roommate Friday night in the 6600 block of Sevenoaks Drive near Tucker, Cpl. Jake Smith said Monday.

Detectives have not yet identified suspects or a motive, Smith said.

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