ACCPD Investigating Burkland Lane Shooting

WUGA | By Alexia Ridley

Published March 1, 2022 at 3:38 PM EST

The Athens-Clarke Police Department is investigating a Monday morning shooting. Police say an 18-year old male was shot shortly after 9:35 Monday morning in the 300 block of Burkland Lane. The victim was taken by EMS to an area hospital for treatment. His injuries are not life-threatening. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Detective David Harrison at 762-400-7361 or by email at david.harrison@accgov.com.

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Alexia Ridley joined WUGA as Television and Radio News Anchor and Reporter in 2013. When WUGA TV concluded operations, she became the primary Reporter for WUGA Radio. Alexia came to Athens from Macon where she served as the News Director and show host for WGXA TV. She's a career journalist and Savannah native hailing from the University of Michigan. However, Alexia considers herself an honorary UGA DAWG!

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