Bibb County Sheriff’s Office was notified that 46-year-old Percy Welch Jr. of Macon, was pronounced deceased at Atrium Health Navicent hospital.
Welch passed away from injuries he received during a shooting incident at Cherry Avenue on October 11, 2021. According to Chief Coroner Leon Jones, the next of kin has been notified.
The original media release is attached below.
Anyone with information in reference to this incident, is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478) 751-7500, or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
October 11, 2021
Original Media Release
Aggravated Assault Investigation
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an Aggravated Assault that occurred at the 3800 block of Cherry Avenue, at 9:48 p.m. on October 10, 2021.
It was reported that three individuals were shot while in the backyard of a residence on Cherry Avenue. They were transported to Atrium Health Navicent by Ambulance.
The first victim is 46-year-old Percy Welch Jr. He is listed in critical condition.
The second victim is 37-year-old Tavares Devon Lavender. He is listed in stable condition.
The third victim is 38-year-old Althonio Leon Carlisle. He is also listed in stable condition.
The circumstances surrounding what led up to the incident is under investigation.
Anyone with information in reference to this incident, is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478) 751-7500, or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.