Clery Act Safety Alert/Timely Notice
Aggravated Assault (Persons Shot)
Incident Date/Time: April 2, 2023 9:49 PM and 11:49 PM
Incident Location: John Wesley Dobbs Ave (between Courtland St & Piedmont Ave)
214 John Wesley Dobbs Ave (Lanier Parking Lot)
Incident Description: Persons Shot
One person was shot on John Wesley Dobbs Avenue outside of the Piedmont Central dormitory. The person is not affiliated with Georgia State University.
A second incident occurred at 11:49 PM where another individual was shot at Lanier Parking Lot directly across from the University Commons. The person shot is not affiliated with Georgia State University. The suspect fired shots from a White Jeep Wrangler. No tag information or description of the suspects is available.
Atlanta Police Department is investigating both incidents.
If you have any information about this incident, please contact the Georgia State University Police at (404) 413-2100 or the Atlanta Police Department at 911. Tips may also be made through the GSU LiveSafe App and the Campus Crime Stoppers Program 404-577-TIPS
Safety Tips
You may request a safety escort on campus by calling the GSU Police at (404) 413-3333. A police officer or a security guard will drive or walk you to your destination.
Please contact GSUPD Crime Prevention Team at (404) 413-3213 for safety information and programs.