LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – A 37-year-old bakery owner was tragically killed in a shooting that took place at the Fejzic Bakery off Scenic Highway in Lawrenceville early Saturday morning. The Lawrenceville Police Department confirmed the victim’s death and is actively seeking the shooter.
Law enforcement officers responded to a 911 call reporting the shooting and found the unconscious victim in the bakery’s parking lot. Despite medical efforts to revive him, the man succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Detectives are working to process the crime scene, gather witness statements, and review surveillance footage in order to understand the sequence of events leading to the fatal shooting.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have been in the vicinity of Gwinnett Drive and Scenic Highway at the time of the incident to come forward with any relevant information. Tips can be submitted to the Lawrenceville Police Department.
The tight-knit Bosnian community in Lawrenceville has been left shocked and saddened by the tragic loss. Friends and community members express their disbelief and devastation over the unexpected event.
As the investigation unfolds, those who knew the victim are starting to mourn the loss of a cherished member of their community. The victim leaves behind a family, adding to the heartbreak felt by his loved ones and friends.
The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed as authorities work to notify the next of kin. The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation, leaving many questions unanswered for now.