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Suspect Arrested in Savannah Shooting That Injured 11

Police charge 20-year-old in connection with downtown gunfire; mayor calls for stricter local gun control.

  • William Anthony Mitchell, 20, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and firearm possession.
  • The incident stemmed from an argument between two women, leading to multiple shooters opening fire.
  • All 11 injured individuals were treated and released from a local hospital.
  • The event is part of a larger pattern of gun violence in Savannah, with five shootings occurring last weekend.
  • Mayor Van Johnson criticized permissive gun laws and is advocating for stricter local measures.
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