UPDATE: Columbus man killed in apartment complex shooting Monday afternoon
A Columbus shooting has left a man deceased and a person in custody.
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The shooting occurred around 2:45 P.M. on Monday, May 5, 2025, at Avalon Apartment, in the 3700 block of Cusseta Road. Officers and fire and EMS crews located a male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The male victim was transported to Piedmont Columbus Regional for further treatment.
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Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan has confirmed the male victim, identified as 33-year-old Chastin Hunter, was pronounced deceased at the hospital at 5:32 P.M. Hunter’s family has been notified and Hunter’s body will be sent to Georgia Bureau of Investigations for an autopsy.
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Police have confirmed a second victim arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound. He is currently listed in stable condition and receiving treatment.
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Police say 17-year-old Anthony Pollard, Jr., was taken into custody and charged with murder, aggravated assault, armed robbery, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
“Although an arrest has been made, the investigation is ongoing,” police added.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Sgt. D. Baker at 706-225-4296 or [email protected]. Callers may remain anonymous.
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