ATF agent shot during operation in Athens, suspect Javonta Darden killed
A Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives officer has been shot during a law-enforcement operation in Athens-Clarke County Monday.
An ATF agent was shot during a law-enforcement operation in Athens-Clarke County Monday.
Injuries do not appear to be life threatening, according to Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives spokesperson.
A suspect, 20-year-old Javonta Darden, was shot and killed by authorities.
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