Athens crime

The Athens-Clarke County Police Department responded to a person down call on the 100 block of Madison Avenue, at approximately 8:16 p.m. on Thursday.

In brief: Athens gun violence is on the rise — Stone Mountain draws criticism — reassessing Georgians Medicaid eligibility — car-company sued for environment laws — UGA baseball loses — UGA softball faces Mercer tonight — Atlanta Braves win — Atlanta Hawks win

Area leaders are commemorating National Crime Victims Week this week. Mayor Kelly Girtz, the DA’s office, Victim’s Advocates from both the DA and…