Macon, GA – A fatal shooting early Sunday morning at the Green Meadows apartment complex on Log Cabin Drive has left a 26-year-old man dead and a 17-year-old injured. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident, which occurred shortly before 2:00 a.m. on December 8, 2024.
Deputies responding to reports of gunfire found Keshon Knolton, 26, unresponsive with gunshot wounds. A 17-year-old male, also injured in the shooting, was located at the scene. Both victims were rushed to a local hospital, where Knolton was pronounced dead. The teenager is currently in stable condition.
Detectives are working to determine the circumstances that led to the shooting. This marks the second violent incident on Log Cabin Drive within 24 hours, prompting investigators to explore potential connections between the cases. On Saturday, December 7, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a woman was shot while decorating her front yard for Christmas, less than half a mile from the Green Meadows complex.
Authorities have not disclosed whether the two shootings are linked but emphasized their commitment to ensuring community safety. Sheriff’s deputies are actively gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading to both incidents.
Residents of the area are encouraged to remain vigilant and assist law enforcement by providing any relevant information. Tips about either case can be reported to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or anonymously through the Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has assured the public that updates will be provided as new details emerge. The back-to-back incidents have heightened concerns in the community, underscoring the importance of resolving these cases swiftly.