Woman shot during dispute with tow truck driver in NW Atlanta
ATLANTA - A woman was shot early Thursday morning following a dispute with a tow truck driver outside a residence on Campbellton Road NW, according to Atlanta police.
What we know:
Officers responded to the scene in the 3800 block of Campbellton Road NW around 1:33 a.m. and found a woman suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. She was transported to a local hospital and was stable at the time of transport.
Investigators said the incident began when the gunshot victim saw a tow truck driver attempting to repossess her friend’s vehicle. A dispute ensued between the woman and the driver, culminating in the shooting. The tow truck driver fled the scene, leaving behind the vehicle he was attempting to tow.
What they're saying:
Later, the driver called 911, claiming he was being shot at, police said. Detectives are also investigating the possible involvement of another male in the altercation.
What we don't know:
Police have not identified any of the individuals involved.
What's next:
The case remains under investigation.