Local news outlet DouglasNow reports that the shooting occurred on Robin Lane in the Touchton Woods neighborhood and is being investigated as an apparent murder-suicide.
According to that report, a man is believed to have fatally shot four other individuals before taking his own life. Police have confirmed that it was a domestic murder-suicide.
The identities and ages of those involved have not been officially released, and investigators have not announced a possible motive.
The Douglas Police Department has confirmed that an investigation is underway. Additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and notifying family members.
Hazlehurst Now will provide updates as verified information becomes available.
Sources: Douglas Police Department, DouglasNow and WALB News 10.
