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Woman shot inside Atlanta apartment, suspect facing charges, police say

There is no word yet on the victim's condition.

ATLANTA — A woman was shot inside her apartment complex overnight, according to Atlanta Police.

They add that it happened at the Apex Apartments on Huff Road.

Police responded just before 2:30 a.m., where they located the victim, alert and breathing but with a gunshot wound. She was able to provide a description of a suspect and the direction he may have traveled in.

From there, officers were able to locate and detain the suspect. They add that the whole incident likely stemmed from a domestic dispute between him and the victim.

The suspect was eventually charged with aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, obstruction and battery.

The woman who was shot was taken to the hospital; however, there is no word yet on her condition. She was though arrested on an outstanding warrant.

This is a developing story. Check back often for new information.

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