18-year-old killed in shootout that started over argument at DeKalb apartments, police say

DeKalb County police said an 18-year-old died after firing at someone on Monday night at an apartment complex on Stablewood Way in DeKalb County.

DeKalb County police said an 18-year-old died after someone returned fire in self-defense on Monday night at an apartment complex.

Police said the shooting happened at around 6:30 p.m. on Stablewood Way.

The 18-year-old was in an argument with a 25-year-old man when the 18-year-old fired shots. A third person shot the teenager, killing him. The 25-year-old involved in the argument is in critical condition at a nearby hospital.

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The man who shot and killed the teenager is currently not facing charges, police said. 

The investigation is ongoing. 

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