Oscar Alexis Cruz dies in fatal Gwinnett County shooting
Fatal Gwinnett County shooting death of Oscar Alexis Cruz
Gwinnett County law enforcement issued a statement regarding a Tuesday morning incident in the South District involving gunfire. The initial police dispatch indicated a “person-down” situation in a nearby church parking area.
Upon arriving at the location, near Canon United Methodist Church on Webb Gin House Road, officers discovered Cruz suffering from injuries caused by a gunshot wound.
Cruz was pronounced deceased at the scene. His family has been informed of his passing.
Investigators from the Homicide Division are actively examining the surrounding area, while evidence collection by the Crime Scene Team is currently ongoing.
The authorities have clarified that the church itself is not considered connected to this homicide investigation. Anyone with potential information regarding this incident should reach out to Gwinnett County Police homicide detectives via the provided contact details.
