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Shots fired during Laney High’s first football game of the season

By Mike Lepp,

2024-08-17

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Reports of shots being fired during Lucy C. Laney High School’s first football game of the season.

The incident happened during the 3rd quarter of Laney’s home game against Westside, Friday night.

The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Augusta Court at Blounts Avenue for reports of multiple gunshots in the area of Laney High School’s football field.

No victims have been located, but investigators have found cartridge casings and property damage.

Officials state that all gunshots were fired outside of the stadium. No suspects have been identified.

No further details have been released.

Count on NewsChannel 6 for more details as they’re available.

[ Videographer Dania Alawir ]

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WJBF.

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12froggy 34

08-18

Why am I not suprised.

eva rouse

08-17

I went to this school and graduated in 07 and I'm tired of all shootings

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