Woman Died in Shooting on Macon Watts Road
A 61-year-old woman was killed and a 65-year-old man was hospitalized following a shooting on Watts Road.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Violence
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left one woman dead and a man hospitalized on October 11, 2026. Deputies discovered the two victims after arriving at a residence on the 2800 block of Watts Road before noon.
Why it matters
Law enforcement is currently working to determine the circumstances surrounding the violence that claimed the life of Sabrina Goodwin. Investigators are asking the public to provide any information that could assist in resolving this case.
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation into the incident on the 2800 block of Watts Road. The hospitalized 65-year-old male victim remains in stable condition as authorities process the scene.
The players
Bibb County Sheriff's Office
This local law enforcement agency is responsible for investigating criminal incidents throughout the county.
Sabrina Goodwin
The 61-year-old resident was identified as the victim who died at the scene of the shooting.
The details
Deputies responded to the scene on Watts Road before noon on October 11, where they discovered Sabrina Goodwin, 61, deceased and a 65-year-old man suffering from gunshot wounds. The surviving man was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Timeline
Deputies arrived at the 2800 block of Watts Road before noon on October 11, 2026.
Legal Context
This incident follows the procedural protocols established by the 2026 Bibb County crime incident reporting standards for fatal investigations. The active inquiry aligns with local law enforcement efforts to manage and document violent crime data across the jurisdiction.
Residents in the area should remain aware of potential law enforcement activity while the investigation continues on the 2800 block of Watts Road. Those with information are encouraged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff's Office at (478) 751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
The takeaway
Authorities are continuing to gather facts to clarify the events that occurred at the residence on October 11. Community members can assist the investigation by reporting any suspicious activity observed in the area to the proper channels.
Further reading
For more information on local safety updates, visit the Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Georgia Sun.
