Macon Deputies Arrested Shooting Suspect
Authorities apprehended a 20-year-old man following a shooting that wounded five people near Mercer University Drive.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Violence
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Deputies in Macon have arrested 20-year-old Treyvon Antwan Deshazier in connection to a shooting that left five men injured. The suspect is currently held without bond at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center.
Why it matters
The investigation highlights ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to address violent crime incidents involving firearms. Authorities are continuing to probe the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which prompted an emergency response via ShotSpotter technology.
Treyvon Antwan Deshazier faces four counts of aggravated assault along with charges for unlawful gang conduct, firearm possession, and machine gun possession. He remains in custody at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center without bond.
The players
Treyvon Antwan Deshazier
He is a 20-year-old man currently facing multiple felony charges, including aggravated assault and unlawful machine gun possession.
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
This is the primary detention facility where the suspect is being held without bond while awaiting further legal proceedings.
The details
The shooting occurred near the intersection of Anthony Road and Mercer University Drive, prompting a response from deputies following a ShotSpotter alert. All five victims, aged 18 to 24, arrived at local medical facilities in personal vehicles for treatment.
Timeline
September 23, 2026: The shooting incident was reported at 8:53 p.m.
September 25, 2026: Authorities announced the arrest of the suspect.
Legal Context
This arrest reflects ongoing efforts to utilize advanced sensor technology like ShotSpotter to rapidly identify and respond to urban gunfire. It remains part of a broader local focus on curbing gang-related violence through swift identification and prosecution of suspects.
Residents near Anthony Road and Mercer University Drive may see continued law enforcement presence as the investigation remains ongoing. The use of alert technology in this case underscores the active monitoring measures currently employed to ensure safety in the immediate neighborhood.
The takeaway
The rapid identification of the suspect was facilitated by emergency sensor alerts that pinpointed the location of the gunfire. Local officials continue to emphasize the importance of community cooperation in providing information that assists in ongoing criminal investigations.
Further reading
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