ALBANY, GA – A 21-year-old man has been charged with murder after a tragic shooting inside a residence on Holloway Avenue claimed the life of a woman on Wednesday, January 22.
The Albany Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 7 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found 33-year-old Chelsea Milledge with multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency personnel rushed her to Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, where she underwent surgery. Despite efforts to save her life, Milledge passed away from her injuries on Thursday morning.
Authorities identified and arrested Eugene Barber, 21, as the suspect in the shooting. Barber was located and taken into custody shortly after the incident. Police confirmed that multiple children were inside the home during the shooting but were unharmed.
Barber now faces several charges, including murder, first-degree home invasion, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. Investigators are working to uncover the motive behind the shooting, though no details have been released.
The incident has left the Albany community in shock and mourning. Many are expressing their grief over the loss of Milledge, who was described by neighbors as a kind and caring individual. The presence of children during such a violent act has further heightened concerns about safety in the area.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Those with tips can contact the Albany Police Department at (229) 431-2100 or Crime Stoppers at (229) 436-TIPS. The community hopes that justice will be served and that this tragic incident will encourage greater awareness and support to prevent such violence in the future.