MILTON, Ga. — Milton police said they are looking for someone who shot a so-called “splatter gun” at a pedestrian from a Jeep.
Milton police said they also had reports of teenagers shooting water-bead guns at shop windows. Police said they arrested those suspects.
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A teenager shot at people on Heybridge Lane from a white Jeep Patriot, police said. They believe these incidents may be inspired by social media or a TikTok challenge.
Anyone with information is asked to call 678-242-2779.
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Splatter guns are not considered lethal, but they can be dangerous. They fire water-bead projectiles up to 210 feet per second, according to police. They can cause damage and panic.
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Similar incidents involving pellet guns have occurred recently. Earlier this week, two 18-year-olds were arrested when police said they shot at pedestrians from a moving car. Last month, Gwinnett neighbors were concerned by someone shooting at drivers with a pellet gun.
Twice this week, Milton Police responded to reports of young people firing what police believe to be water bead guns...
Posted by Milton Police Department on Friday, February 25, 2022
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