DUBLIN, Ga. — Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old man near an apartment complex on Sunday night. The Dublin Police Department responded to reports of gunfire near the Coleman Court Apartments at approximately 9:30 p.m. When officers arrived, they found the victim, identified as 19-year-old Tayon Dopson, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Emergency medical personnel arrived at the scene, but Dopson was pronounced dead before he could be transported to a hospital. Witnesses in the area reported hearing several gunshots before seeing an individual flee the scene. However, no suspects have been identified, and investigators have not yet determined a motive for the shooting.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has joined the Dublin Police Department in handling the case. Officers conducted interviews and collected evidence from the crime scene, but details remain limited. Authorities have not confirmed whether the shooting was targeted or if Dopson was involved in any prior disputes.
This incident has left the local community in shock, as gun violence continues to be a growing concern in the area. Residents have expressed fear and frustration over the tragedy, calling for increased security and police presence near the apartment complex. Law enforcement officials have reassured the public that they are working diligently to identify those responsible.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation. The public can contact the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Eastman at 478-374-6988 or the Dublin Police Department at 478-277-5023. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), through the GBI’s online tip submission website, or via the “See Something, Send Something” mobile app.
As the investigation continues, law enforcement officials remain committed to finding answers and ensuring justice for Dopson and his family. More details will be released as new information becomes available.
