December 13, 2022 - The Gwinnett Police Department is investigating a shooting that left Scott Riner (59-year-old male, Dacula), Senior Correctional Officer, deceased.

Shortly after 06:20 A.M., officers responded to a “person shot call” at the Correctional Complex at 750 Hi Hope Rd. in Lawrenceville. Upon arrival, officers located Riner with a gunshot wound.

Based on the preliminary investigation, Riner was in the parking lot outside the correctional facility when he was shot.

Riner was employed with the Correctional Complex for over ten years. The Gwinnett Police department would like to extend condolences to his family, friends, and coworkers.

No arrest has been made, this is an active investigation, and detectives are exploring all motives. (Photo of suspect below.)

If anyone has any information to share in this case, please contact GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case

 Case Number: GP220101120

Source & photo: Gwinnett Police Department