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MCSO: Victim airlifted in dramatic Wilmer shooting incident
WILMER, Ala. (WPMI) — According to MCSO, on August 29, 2024, the Mobile County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to 15551 Moffett Road near the Escatawpa River in reference to a gunshot victim. The Rural Enforcement Unit responded promptly and located the victim. He was then airlifted to a local hospital for urgent treatment. Detectives determined that this shooting initially took place in George County, Mississippi. Shortly after, deputies became aware of another incident in the 15000 block of Ganges Rd. Upon arrival, the deputies learned that a property owner shot the shooter involved in the George County case. He was also transported to a local hospital for treatment. The property owner was not arrested, and this case will be presented to a Mobile County Grand Jury.
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