ELBERTON, Ga. — A 15-year-old suspect is in custody and facing murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of a teenager at a local fast-food restaurant on Tuesday night.
The Elberton Police Department confirmed that the suspect turned himself in to authorities on Wednesday afternoon. Due to the suspect’s age, his identity has not been released at this time.
Authorities state that the victim, identified by family members as 17-year-old Dontavius Marable, was working at the McDonald’s when the incident occurred.
According to police, Marable and the alleged shooter were acquainted. Investigators indicated that the shooting was preceded by a verbal altercation between the two teenagers, a confrontation that was reportedly captured on video and has since circulated on social media.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has taken the lead on the case and is continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Officials noted that while the primary charge is murder, additional charges are expected to be filed as the investigation progresses.
Law enforcement is urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward. Tips can be directed to the GBI at 1-800-597-8477 or the Elberton Police Department at 706-213-3130.
