The Atlanta Police Department (APD) has confirmed that the active shooter involved in an incident near the Emory University campus has been killed, and there is no longer an ongoing threat to the public.
Here are the key updates from the live news report:
- Shooter Neutralized: The APD has officially confirmed that the single shooter involved in the incident is now dead. This was reportedly after an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement.
- Threat Contained: Police have stated that there is no ongoing threat to the Emory campus or the surrounding neighborhoods. However, they are asking the public to continue to avoid the area as it remains an active investigation scene.
- Lone Suspect: While there may have been initial uncertainty, the APD now believes the incident involved a lone shooter.
- Concern for Officer: The report mentioned a significant concern for the well-being of an officer who was involved in the incident.
- Investigation Begins: With the suspect neutralized, the investigative phase has started. The report indicates that law enforcement, likely with the FBI’s assistance, will be investigating the suspect’s residence to determine a motive.
- Official Response: Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Police Chief Darin Schierbaum are on the scene, and a formal news conference is expected to provide more details shortly.
