The Hinesville Police Department said it has a person of interest in a Sunday night fatal shooting in custody on a charge not related to that incident.
The shooting occurred shortly after 10 p.m. Sunday at Irene B. Thomas Park. A group of about 25 to 30 teenagers were in the park when gunfire erupted. Two people were struck by bullets, an 18-year-old male and an 18-year-old female. The male, identified as Jamontae Barnes, was struck in the abdomen and was taken to Liberty Regional Medical Center, where he later was pronounced deceased.
The investigation remains active and ongoing. Detectives continue to follow leads and gather evidence related to the incident.