The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting incident that occurred in the 700 block of Grier Street. The incident took place at around 4:00 p.m.

It was reported that two men were shot behind a duplex on Grier Street. One of the men was fatally wounded, he was identified as Shawn Deontae Watts, age 24. According to the Coroner’s Office, the next of kin has been notified.  

The second male, 18-year-old Cleveland Raines, was transported to the Atrium Health Navicent, and he is listed to be in stable condition.

This investigation is in its early stages and additional information will be released  as soon as it becomes available.

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.