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The Hindu
09-08-2025
- The Hindu
Police say a suspect is dead and a police officer has been injured near CDC and Emory University
A suspected shooter near the campuses of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Emory University is dead and one law enforcement officer is injured after police responded to reports of an active shooter on Friday (August 8, 2025), authorities said. Authorities said there was no longer a threat to the public. Emory University announced in a post on X that the shelter-in-place order on campus had been lifted, but for people to avoid the area. At the CDC campus, employees said bullets struck the windows of several buildings. 'We're horrified by the news out of Emory University and praying for the safety of the entire campus community,' Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr said. Around 6 p.m., a warning siren repeatedly sounded near the Emory and CDC campuses. Emory's main campus, Emory University Hospital and the CDC are surrounded by affluent wooded neighbourhoods in northwest Atlanta. All three institutions line up along Clifton Road. The area is hard to access, and notoriously traffic choked, but on Friday few cars were in evidence. Staff at a deli near campus locked the doors and hunkered down inside. Brandy Giraldo, General Muir's chief operating officer, said staffers inside heard a string of gunshots. 'It sounded like fireworks going off, one right after the other,' she said. Gov Brian Kemp praised the efforts of first responders. 'Twice this week, deranged criminals have targeted innocent Georgians,' Kemp said, referring to the shooting at Fort Stewart. 'Each time, brave first responders rushed toward the danger to subdue the shooter and save lives, reminding us of just how crucial they are.'
Economic Times
08-08-2025
- Economic Times
Emory University Shooting: Where is active shooter? Here's all details about heavy gunfire heard in Atlanta
AP Police secure the area near Emory University and the CDC headquarters after an active shooter incident in Atlanta. Bullet holes are visible on the CDC building's windows. Emergency vehicles line up near Emory University and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters in Atlanta on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Jeff Amy) An active shooter alert was issued at Emory University in Atlanta on Friday, prompting lockdowns and emergency response. The incident also impacted the nearby Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters, where bullet damage was reported. Police and emergency services responded quickly to secure the university issued an urgent message on X warning of an active shooter near Emory Point. The message included the instructions 'RUN. HIDE. FIGHT.' and urged students and staff to shelter in place. The shooting location was identified near the Emory Point CVS pharmacy. The Atlanta Police Department confirmed they were responding to reports of an active shooter near 1760 Clifton Road, close to the CVS mentioned in the alert. Social media videos captured rapid bursts of gunfire. In one recording, eight gunshots were heard, followed by a pause and then more than a dozen shots in quick succession. Also Read: Wednesday Season 3: Expected release date, cast members, guest stars, new faces, possible plot, what to expect and episode count predictions The CDC headquarters, located next to Emory University, sustained visible bullet damage. Photos posted online showed multiple bullet holes in the building's windows. A police cruiser was also struck by about a dozen bullets to its windshield and hood. Images from the scene showed a man lying on a stretcher beside an ambulance, surrounded by law enforcement officers. It is not confirmed whether the person was the suspected shooter. Fox 5 Atlanta reported that one police officer was shot near the Read: Battlefield 6 Beta: Open weekends dates, schedule, platforms, game modes, map rotations, trailer, how to get early access codes and how to join Emory University, Emory University Hospital, and surrounding businesses went into lockdown. A deli near the campus locked its doors, and staff took cover inside. Brandy Giraldo, Chief Operating Officer at General Miurs, told the Associated Press that staff heard a string of Representative Mike Collins posted on X urging students to take cover and expressed hope for a quick resolution. The incident remains under investigation, and the full circumstances, including the shooter's identity and motive, have not yet been confirmed. What happened at Emory University during the active shooter incident? An active shooter was reported near Emory Point, prompting lockdowns at Emory University and nearby facilities. Gunfire struck the CDC headquarters and a police cruiser. Police responded and secured the area. Was anyone injured during the Emory University shooting? One police officer was reportedly shot near the campus. Photos also showed a man on a stretcher, though authorities have not confirmed if he was the shooter or another victim.
News18
08-08-2025
- News18
Active Shooter Reported Near Emory University, CDC HQ On Lockdown
Last Updated: Emory Point, located adjacent to both Emory University and the CDC's main campus, is under heightened security. Atlanta-based Emory University issued an emergency alert on Friday following reports of an active shooter on campus, reported AP. Students and staff have been urged to 'RUN, HIDE, FIGHT" and avoid the area. The campus remains under lockdown as authorities respond to the unfolding situation. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Atlanta Police Department confirmed that the area is still an active scene. The suspected shooter was reportedly spotted at 1760 Clifton Road in Atlanta, a location near several key university and federal buildings. Nearby, staff at a deli close to campus have locked their doors and taken shelter inside. Brandy Giraldo, Chief Operating Officer of General Muir, said employees heard what sounded like gunfire. 'It sounded like fireworks going off, one right after the other," she said. There are also unconfirmed reports that the headquarters of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), located close to Emory University, may have come under gunfire during the incident. At least one officer has been reported injured so far. The FBI Atlanta division released a statement regarding the situation, saying, 'FBI Atlanta is aware of the incident on Clifton Road in DeKalb County and is enroute and cooperating with local partners for any assistance that might be needed." — FBI Atlanta (@FBIAtlanta) August 8, 2025 As of now, the identity, motive, and intended target of the shooter remain unknown. Authorities have not confirmed whether there are any casualties or injuries. Emory Point, located adjacent to both Emory University and the CDC's main campus, is under heightened security, and residents have been asked to remain indoors until further notice. Emergency responders, including local police, federal agents, and campus security, continue to secure the area. More updates are expected as the investigation progresses. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Telegraph
08-08-2025
- Telegraph
Active gunman at US university sends campus into lockdown
An active gunman on the campus of Emory University in Atlanta has forced students into lockdown. Unverified social media reports suggest the nearby Centres for Disease Control and Prevention building was targeted by the gunman. Atlanta police did not immediately say whether anyone was injured in the shooting but confirmed they were responding to an active gunman. A heavy police presence could be observed at the scene. The university warned students and others on the campus to shelter in place. The university told students to 'run, hide, fight' and avoid the area, according to the alert. Staff at a deli near the campus locked the doors and hunkered down inside. Brandy Giraldo, General Muir's chief operating officer, said staffers inside heard a string of gunshots. 'It sounded like fireworks going off, one right after the other,' she said.
