The Athens Police Department is actively searching for an 18-year-old local resident following a shooting at the McMinn Village Apartments. On the day of the incident, officers responded to a shooting complaint at 212 Westside Street, where they discovered several residents gathered outside. According to witness statements and video evidence recovered at the scene, a Black male armed with a rifle fired a shot toward the bystanders. One male victim was struck by the projectile and subsequently transported to an area hospital by a friend; his identity is currently being withheld for his safety.

Authorities have identified the suspect as Cornelius Raeshaun Hurst of Athens. Hurst is now facing charges of attempted first-degree murder and multiple counts of reckless endangerment. The Athens Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is assisting patrol officers, and the investigation remains ongoing.

WARNING: Cornelius Raeshaun Hurst is considered armed and extremely dangerous. Members of the public are advised not to approach him under any circumstances.

If you have any information regarding Hurst’s whereabouts, you are urged to contact Detective Jason Roberts of the Athens Police Department at 423-744-2730. Anonymous tips are welcome.