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Man found shot dead inside Gwinnett apartment, police say

The District Attorney's Office is also investigating the scene

PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga. — Police in Gwinnett said they were dispatched to a "person shot" call at an apartment in Peachtree Corners. 

When they arrived to the apartment on Ashley Lakes Drive around noon, they found a man dead inside one of the apartments of the 700 building, Gwinnett Police said. 

At this time, they believe the victim, 22-year-old Malik Werts, who was found inside the unit with one gunshot wound, was familiar with the suspect.

At around 2 p.m., police said the District Attorney’s Office arrived and the Crime Scene Unit "is on their way." 

Police said they do not have any suspects in custody and are asking for the public's help. 

Return to 11Alive.com for updates on this developing story. 

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