PAULDING COUNTY, Ga. - Authorities in Paulding County are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Monday afternoon near the intersection of Ridge Road and Cohran Store Road.

What we know:

The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office said the victim, who called 911 around 2:25 p.m., reported he had been shot during an altercation with a Black male driving a black SUV.

After the shooting, the victim drove himself to Paulding County Fire Station 5 at 4215 Ridge Road in Douglasville to seek medical help. He was later taken to WellStar Paulding Hospital, where he died from his injuries.

What we don't know:

The victim’s name has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

What's next:

Detectives are actively searching for the suspect and the vehicle involved in the shooting.

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