Two Arrested After Shooting at Franklin County Trailer Park
LAVONIA, Ga. – Two men have been taken into custody following a Thursday shooting at Beaver Creek Trailer Park in Franklin County that prompted an hours-long search and heavy law enforcement presence.
Arrests Made After Day-Long Search
The Lavonia Police Department confirmed that Justice Spencer, 26, and Koran Norman, 28, were arrested just after 9 p.m. Thursday within the city limits of Lavonia. Officers pursued both suspects on foot before taking them into custody without incident.
Both men face aggravated assault charges in connection with the shooting.
Timeline of the Incident
Law enforcement responded to reports of gunfire at Beaver Creek Trailer Park around 12:30 p.m. No injuries were reported, but residents were urged to remain indoors, lock their doors, and review security footage for anything unusual.
The entrance to the trailer park was temporarily closed, and drivers were advised to take alternate routes.
Large-Scale Law Enforcement Response
The search for the suspects involved multiple agencies, including:
- Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI)
- Georgia State Patrol
- Franklin County Sheriff’s Office
- Lavonia Police Department
Investigators have classified the incident as an “officer-involved shooting”, a term used whenever a law enforcement officer is involved in an exchange of gunfire.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities say the case remains under investigation and that additional charges may be filed. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Lavonia Police Department at 706-356-4848.
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