Suspect from Sunday Morning Shooting in Custody

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The suspect in the Sunday morning shooting on Matthews Road outside of Tennille turned himself in to law enforcement on Tuesday, March 29, according to Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran.

Cedtavious Montrell Harris, 21, of Sandersville turned himself in to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office without incident. Harris was wanted for aggravated assault, reckless conduct, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.

“We appreciate all the help given throughout our community concerning this arrest and the situation surrounding this unfortunate incident,” said Sheriff Cochran.

Sheriff Cochran stated that the shooting took place in the early morning hours of Sunday, March 27 in the 700-block of Matthews Road.

“One person was injured by the gunfire following a gathering,” said Sheriff Cochran, adding that the individual was airlifted to a trauma center to receive treatment.

When discussing the shooting incident, Sheriff Cochran explained that the individual was shot numerous times. He stated that the most recent reports indicate the victim would recover.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) was requested to assist with this investigation.

Anyone with any information concerning this shooting incident is encouraged to contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office by calling 478-552-0911, or the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s Eastman Office by calling 478-374-6988.

Cedtavious Montrell Harris, 21, Sandersville