GBI assists Jefferson police with shooting at Subway restaurant off US-129

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has been called in to assist Jefferson Police following a shooting at a Subway restaurant in Jackson County on Tuesday evening.The Jefferson Police Department responded to an active investigation at the Subway located at 5210 US-129 near Exit 137.In a public statement, police warned drivers to avoid the area due to heavy traffic delays surrounding the scene. Department officials confirmed there is no active threat to the general public.GBI officials confirmed that state agents were requested by Jefferson police to assist with a shooting investigation, noting the scene remains active.Authorities have not released details regarding potential victims, suspects, or what led up to the shooting. It is currently unknown if anyone has been taken into custody.

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