Man shot, killed at apartments near Atlanta University Center

A man was fatally shot Wednesday afternoon at an apartment complex near the Atlanta University Center, police said.

Officers were called about gunfire at The Vine at Ashley Scholars Landing along Vine Street near Clark Atlanta University around 6:30 p.m. Monteres Deloach, 48, was found at the scene suffering from an apparent gunshot wound, authorities said.

Deloach was pronounced dead at the scene.

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No other details were provided on the incident or suspected shooter.

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