ATLANTA, GA — A late-night altercation between two men who both rent at the same southwest Atlanta apartment complex ended with one being shot and the other detained for questioning.

Atlanta Police responded to 2924 Ridgeview Dr SW around 1:37 a.m. on December 24 following reports of a shooting. Officers arrived to find a man with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the buttocks. The victim was alert, conscious, and transported to Grady Memorial Hospital in stable condition.

At the scene, officers also made contact with another man who identified himself as the shooter and remained to speak with investigators. He was briefly detained for an interview.

Preliminary findings indicate that the two men had an ongoing dispute. On the night of the incident, their argument escalated into a physical confrontation. According to the suspect, the victim displayed a firearm during the altercation, prompting a struggle over the weapon. The suspect then drew his own firearm and fired toward the ground, striking the victim in the buttocks.

Police noted that the investigation remains active, and further charges may be considered depending on the outcome of the victim’s interview.

Disputes between known individuals, especially in shared living situations, can escalate quickly and unpredictably. This case underscores a critical danger in self-defense scenarios—physical struggles over a firearm. When a gun is introduced into an argument, the risk of serious injury or death increases dramatically for everyone involved. If one party attempts to take control of a firearm during a confrontation, the situation can spiral out of control in seconds. For armed individuals, the safest and most responsible course is to avoid physical altercations entirely and to maintain control of their weapon at all times. De-escalation should always be the first option, and if feasible, removing oneself from the conflict can be the most effective way to prevent a violent outcome.

Disputes between known individuals, especially in close-quarters environments like apartment complexes, can escalate rapidly and become dangerous. This case highlights a critical risk in self-defense situations—attempted disarms and physical struggles over a firearm. Once a gun enters the equation, the chance of someone getting seriously hurt or killed rises sharply. Trying to disarm another person without proper training is extremely risky and can easily result in unintended discharges or the weapon being turned against you. Armed individuals should avoid physical confrontations whenever possible, focus on maintaining control of their firearm, and seek to de-escalate tense situations. Often, the safest and most responsible choice is to walk away before violence begins.