New Year’s Day night shooting death

A home near Westminster was the scene last night of the shooting death of a 54-year old woman. It’s a case under investigation by the Oconee Sheriff’s Office and the Oconee County Coroner’s office. However, in a statement this morning, Coroner Karl Addis said, “The public should not be concerned for their safety regarding this incident.” At 9:20 last night, 9-1-1 Communications received a call reporting the incident at 120 Qualls Hill Drive, near the Toccoa Highway. According to Addis, the name of the victim is being withheld until her children are located and notified. An autopsy has been ordered.