Gwinnett Police: Suspect arrested in homicide behind plaza on Jimmy Carter Blvd.

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA—Detectives have arrested Ernesto Garcia-Bailon, 20, of Norcross, in connection with a deadly shooting that happened behind a plaza on Sunday, July 14.

The shooting occurred just after 9 p.m. in a wooded area behind a plaza located at 4840 Jimmy Carter Blvd. in Norcross, Gwinnett County Police Department (GCPD) said. When officers arrived on the scene, they found a male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Officers attempted to render lifesaving first aid, but the victim died from his injuries, authorities said.

Garcia-Bailon is charged with aggravated assault, felony murder, and malice murder. He is currently being held at the Gwinnett County Jail.

Investigators are still working to notify the victim’s next of kin and interviewing possible witnesses and gathering evidence.

Anyone who has information to share in this case is urged to contact GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300.  To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com.

Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

Pictured: Suspect Ernesto Garcia-Bailon and taped off crime scene where deadly shooting took place. Images via GCPD.