Spalding County

2 in custody, 1 wanted after woman shot in the head, Griffin police say

Police crime scene tape Crime scene tape from a homicide investigation on April 18, 2025

GRIFFIN, Ga. — Griffin police have two people in custody and are searching for a third suspect after a woman was shot.

The drive-by shooting happened Monday night on Thompson Street. When officers arrived, they found a woman who was shot in the head.

She is currently at a local hospital in critical condition.

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Police said they quickly identified the suspect’s car and used Flock cameras to track it down.

Officers arrested 19-year-old Amber Jenkins and 17-year-old Gregory Thomas. Investigators said they are also looking for 19-year-old Nehemiah Ridgeway, but did not provide a description or photo.

All three will be charged with aggravated assault, aggravated battery, drive-by shooting, reckless conduct and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.

Anyone who has information on Ridgeway’s whereabouts is urged to call investigators at 770.229.6452.

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