The Gist: A 25-year-old male, Jamie Bernard Burton Jr. was shot dead at about 6:10 a.m. in the Westlake Apartments in Chatham County.
What Happened?: The Chatham County Police Department is currently investigating the homicide of 25-year-old Jamie Bernard Burton Jr. after receiving calls about shots fired at Westlake Apartments.
Burton was found lying dead from an apparent gunshot wound in the breezeway of one of the buildings. The motive behind the shooting is yet to be found, but a preliminary investigation suggests that the shooting was targeted and not random.
By The Numbers:
- 1 dead
- No arrests have been made yet
- Contact detectives at 912- 651- 4717 if you have any information
- Tipsters can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 912-234-2020
What’s Next: The Chatham County Police Department is currently investigating the case. Anyone who has information that may be useful in the investigation is encouraged to come forward and help ensure justice for Jamie Bernard Burton Jr. The department is actively working to ensure the safety of the residents and the community.
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