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34-year-old man identified as deadly Roswell shooting victim

The victim of a deadly Halloween night shooting in metro Atlanta was identified Monday.
A deadly shooting over the weekend is under investigation and police have identified the victim A deadly shooting from Halloween night in metro Atlanta is under investigation and police have identified the victim.

ROSWELL, GA — Police in Roswell have identified the victim of a deadly weekend shooting.

Officials say 34-year-old Walter Mallett was the victim of a targeted shooting at the Post and Wander Apartments on Chattahoochee Circle on Saturday evening.

Officers responded to the apartment complex after reports of gunshots around 8:45 p.m.

Upon arrival, they found Mallett suffering from gunshot wounds. He was rushed to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

Detectives believe this was a targeted shooting, and are continuing to pursue active leads to identify and apprehend those responsible.

Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to contact the Roswell Police Department at 770-640-4100.

Anonymous tips can be provided through Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-576-8477 or online at www.StopCrimeATL.org.