Police investigating after person shot to death in Clayton County

A person was shot to death Friday afternoon in Clayton County, authorities said.

Clayton police said the shooting occurred in the middle of the road near Riverdale Road and Norman Drive. There was a large police presence at the scene and caution tape was seen across the roadway.

An investigation is underway.

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