Man Shot During Attempted Carjacking in Atlanta

Atlanta police are searching for a suspect after a man was shot during an attempted carjacking early Wednesday morning in the citys southwest neighborhood. Investigators say the victim had just parked outside his apartment complex when an armed suspect approached and demanded his vehicle. The victim resisted, and the suspect opened fire, striking him in the abdomen. The injured man was rushed to a local hospital where he remains in stable condition. The suspect fled on foot and is believed to be armed and dangerous. Police are reviewing surveillance video from nearby cameras and have released a description to the public. Carjackings in Atlanta have been on the rise, prompting police to advise drivers to remain alert and avoid confronting armed assailants.