(Correction: The police mistakenly stated in the previous version of this article that two people died. The police now say that only one person died. In addition, an earlier version of this story stated that a 2-year-old child was injured. However, that child actually Is 18 months old.)

Savannah, Georgia (WSAV)-A mass shooting in Savannah resulted in one death and two others in critical condition.

According to the Savannah Police Department (SPD), there were eight victims in the shooting on Friday night. 20-year-old Arthur Milton was killed in gunfire. Another 13-year-old and 18-month-old baby suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

Police said the shooting took place near the Fred Wessels Home apartment on Avery Street. At around 9 pm, when a dark or red car passed the house and shot at the crowd outside the house, the gunshot sounded.

SPD said they have not identified any suspects and will continue to interview witnesses.

Police Chief Roy Minter said there was a shooting in the same street on Tuesday night, but no witnesses provided details.

“Two days later, we finally had a mass shooting at the same location,” Mint said.Mint described the shooting as “meaningless” gun violence, similar to those seen across the United States

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“This is very disturbing, especially when you see incidents like this happen to the number of injured victims, especially when you talk about babies,” Mint said. The police said that 60 cartridge cases were recovered from the scene.

On Saturday afternoon, Mayor Van Johnson spoke to the media on an enlarged phone call and called on residents to come forward and help the police identify those involved.

Johnson said: “If you know something, just say something, because if not, we will do it again tomorrow night, I don’t want to do it again tomorrow night.” He added, “If you are tired of it, do something. What?”

Johnson begged the residents who provided the information to come forward because if they didn’t, he said they should be blamed too. Johnson said that in order to defuse and prevent gun violence, the community needs disruptors and interveners to actively remind law enforcement agencies.

Johnson said that those who want to remain anonymous can call the Savannah Police Department Homicide Unit at 912-651-4362, call the crime alert hotline at 912-525-3124 or call the fight crime hotline at 912-234-2020. He also said that residents can call him directly.

According to Johnson, although homicides have declined slightly, violent crime in Savannah has increased by 12% over the previous year, mainly non-fatal crimes. Johnson also talked about the recent increase in mass shootings in the United States and its current impact on Savannah.

“We have seen these types of scenes happen across the country,” Johnson said. “We have seen it, we have sent out our thoughts and prayers, and it finally reached our hands.”

“Now, you know, what I care most about is these young people. The children were shot. So what should we do?” City Councillor Detric Leggett said. Leggett talked with residents and the media at the scene on Friday night.

“So now I need the answer, I need a good transformation, I need all the services, we need to withdraw all our services, let all our police officers leave, to make sure we are doing something that can bring some people to justice. The law is behind this,” Leggett added.

Adlerman Kurtis Purtee said he will announce a community forum to address crime. He provided limited details, but said church leaders, former police officers and business owners will be involved. He also posted the following statement on Facebook.

“For years, former city officials and staff have denied that Savannah has a gang problem. If you still believe this, then you must be living under the rock! I have been saying this for many years. , I have dealt with several shootings and assaults caused by gang violence. I am frustrated because it requires more than just the police. We need support from the community, the church, and the criminal justice system of our county. Community policing has long been A successful plan, but requires a variety of units that specialize in such criminal activities. The time for questions is up. Now is the time to ask us to seek better from all our partners. If you or someone you know knows the crime If you remain silent, then you are as guilty as the perpetrator. If you find it inconvenient to report to the police, please call the Fight Crime Hotline at (912) 234-2020. If you prefer to call me, please do so! I am happy to Pass the information to the investigator. My phone is (912) 346-3305. This will not stop until we take a deliberate approach. This will require all of us. Please stay safe, God bless! —Kutis “

City Councillor Kurtis Purtee

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