The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at 5:18a.m. The incident took place in the 1700 block of Karen Drive.

It was reported that a female was taken to the Coliseum Hospital emergency room by vehicle. The Coliseum medical staff contacted the Sheriff’s Office after finding out that she suffered from a gunshot wound.

The female victim, 38-year-old Tanesha Danielle Thomas, was then transported to the Atrium Health Navicent by ambulance, due to the seriousness of her gunshot wound. 

Thomas was pronounced deceased at 12:42 p.m.  According to the Coroner’s Office, the next of kin has been notified.

This 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 1-800-68CRIME.