Crime & Safety
12-Year-Old Boy Shot In Cobb
The boy was standing in his family's kitchen Friday night when he was shot, according to Cobb County Police.
MARIETTA, GA — A 12-year-old boy was shot in the stomach while in the kitchen of his home in Mableton over the weekend, according to police.
Cobb County Police were called at about 9:31 p.m. Friday to 5003 White Blvd. There, they found the boy shot. Investigators say the shot came from the rear of the house, possibly through a window.
The boy was taken to Scottish Rite Hospital, where he was listed in critical but stable condition. The investigation into the case is ongoing.
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As of Monday morning, police had not released any information about a suspect in the shooting. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cobb County Police at 770-499-3945.
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