A shooting occurred in Atlanta's Vine City neighborhood, resulting in one death. Demazio Skelton Jr, a former Georgia State football player, was killed in the incident. He was 35 years old.
The shooting happened at The Flats on Maple Street, where four people were shot. One of the wounded, 19-year-old Naim Smith, is now facing charges. Further details about the incident are available, including information about the events leading up to the shooting and the charges against Smith.
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