ATLANTA – Atlanta police are investigating a shooting in which a man wielding a stick was shot in both of his arms over a disagreement about food late Saturday afternoon.
Police say the 32-year-old man was arguing with another man just after 4 p.m. at 275 Pryor Street SW. That address houses both a medical clinic and a service center for the homeless.
During the argument, the 32-year-old man used a large stick to attack the other man. The victim then took out a gun and shot him, claiming self-defense.
The 32-year-old was arrested and charged as the suspected aggressor.
Both men were taken to the hospital for treatment.
The Aggravated Assault Unit is investigating this case.
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