9 people shot, including 2-year-old, in Savannah

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SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Police Department is investigating a shooting that injured nine people Friday night.

It happened in the 200 block of Avery Street around 9 p.m.

One of the nine people shot have died, according to police. Several have critical injuries.

One of the victims is a 2-year-old who was struck near the ankle and foot area. Another victim, a 13-year-old, has non-life threatening injuries.

Savannah Police have closed the area as they investigate the shooting. They are still working to gather information on any possible persons of interest.

Police originally told WTOC that two of the victims have died, they have since made the correction that only one victim has died.

Stick with WTOC as we learn more information on this developing story.

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