Shots fired at Toccoa home; one detained

The Stephens County Sheriff's Office and Toccoa Police responded to a call of shots fired Wednesday afternoon. (Stephens County Sheriff's Office)

TOCCOA, Ga. – Stephens County Sheriff’s Office deputies received a report of shots fired and a fight at a residence on Skyline Drive just after 12:00 p.m.

Deputies and Toccoa Police Department officers responded to the scene to separate the parties involved. One male has been detained, while a second male is being evaluated by Stephens County EMS for possible injuries. According to the sheriff’s office, “No gunshot wounds were sustained by parties on scene”.

The residence has been secured, and investigators are working to determine the cause of the incident. Residents are advised to use caution in the area due to a heavy police presence.

Now Georgia is following this developing story. The Sheriff’s Office stated they will provide an update as more details become available.