Man killed in shooting at DeKalb County gas station parking lot

A DeKalb County gas station shoot is a good reminder of a new law about to go into effect.

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - A man was rushed to the hospital after being shot multiple times at a DeKalb County gas station on Tuesday evening.

Officers responded just after 9:30 p.m. to a Chevron station located in the 4700 block of Redan Road at S. Hairston Road.

DeKalb County Police say officers found a 55-year-old man sitting in car with several gunshot wounds.

He was rushed to an area hospital in critical condition. On Wednesday, police say the man succumbed to his injuries.

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DeKalb County Police investigate a shooting at a gas station on the corner of Redan and S. Hairston roads on June 20, 2023. (FOX 5)

Investigators say the man spoke with the shooter prior to the crime. At this time, police do not believe the shooting was a random act of violence.

No arrests have been made and detectives are following up on potential leads.

If you have any information about the shooting, call the DeKalb County Homicide/Assault Unit at 770-724-7850.