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Yahoo
09-08-2025
- Yahoo
Active shooting suspect dead on Emory University's campus
Atlanta police said the suspected shooter on Emory University on Friday is dead, and there is no indication of a second suspect. Police also said an officer has been wounded. A Grady Memorial Hospital spokesperson said the officer was taken to Emory University Hospital. Channel 2 Action News has crews on the ground and will have the latest details LIVE. The news conference is expected to start in minutes. The shelter in place order has been lifted on the campus. DeKalb County Police said they would have a news conference momentarily. 'The situation is contained, and there is no active threat to the public at this time,' DeKalb police said in a statement. Emory College alerted people at 6:35 p.m. that a police emergency continues and people should avoid the area. Dozens of police and emergency vehicles blocked off the area on Clifton Road and Emory Point. The campus is near the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters. A photo shared with Channel 2 Action News showed apparent damage from bullets on windows at the CDC. A parent of a child at the nearby Clifton School told Channel 2's Courtney Francisco that it had been placed into lockdown, but all of the children are safe. The school provides childcare for employees at Emory, the CDC and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. 'My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by today's incident on the Emory campus. I am grateful for the swift and coordinated response from our law enforcement agencies and first responders. We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as they become available. I urge everyone to stay alert, remain indoors, and follow official guidance as we allow law enforcement to complete their investigation.'—Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, CEO, DeKalb County The FBI Atlanta office said on X that it had people on the way and would be coordinating with local law enforcement officials. Officials said people need to stay away, and those in the area need to stay indoors. The school told everyone to shelter in place in an emergency alert. The Emory College of Arts and Design posted on X that the shooter was near Emory Point. Officials have not released details on other injuries at this point. The university sent out alerts via text just after 5 p.m. notifying students and staff of an active shooter on the campus at the Emory Point CVS. Gov. Brian Kemp said in a statement that he and his family are thankful for those serving and protecting. 'Twice this week, deranged criminals have targeted innocent Georgians,' he stated, referencing the shooting at Fort Stewart on Wednesday. 'Each time, brave first responders rushed toward the danger to subdue the shooter and save lives, reminding us of just how crucial they are. 'Marty, the girls, and I are thankful for all those who answer the call to serve and who protect their fellow Georgians. We ask that you join us in holding them in our prayers, along with those harmed this evening near the CDC Center.' ABC News reported the White House is monitoring the situation as well. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Deadly two-vehicle crash in DeKalb County claims driver's life
The Brief A fatal two-vehicle crash occurred Sunday morning in DeKalb County, resulting in one driver's death at the scene. The other driver involved in the collision was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The cause of the crash is still under investigation by authorities. DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - A man died following a two-vehicle crash Sunday morning in DeKalb County, authorities said. What we know Officers responded to the 2600 block of River Road around 10:35 a.m., where they found two vehicles involved in a collision, according to Blaine Clark, public information officer for DeKalb County Police. One driver died from his injuries at the scene. The other driver was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. A witness reported seeing a body bag taken from the scene. What we don't know The names of those involved have not been released. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. The Source The details in this article were provided by the DeKalb County Police Department.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
DeKalb County Police release image in deadly November shooting
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways The Brief DeKalb County Police released an image of a person of interest in the November 2024 shooting of Antonio Adler. Surveillance video shows Adler with an unidentified man in the parking lot before Adler was found dead in his car. Police are seeking public assistance in identifying the man in the image, who is wearing a skeleton shirt and black backpack. DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - The DeKalb County Police Department has released an image they hope will lead them to a person of interest in a deadly shooting last November. SEE ALSO: DeKalb mother mourns son killed in senseless parking lot shooting The backstory Antonio Adler, 28, was gunned down in the parking lot of the Shops at Water's Edge located in the 7100 block of Rockbridge Road on Nov. 24, 2024. The victim's mother, Juanique Carrington, says the motive was just senseless. She told FOX 5's Aungelique Proctor in December that the motive behind the deadly encounter was just senseless. She said her son had finished up at the barbershop at around 3 p.m. and was murdered while attempting to leave the parking lot. Surveillance video shows Adler and an unidentified man in the parking lot. His body was found in the front seat of a green Toyota Corolla with multiple gunshot wounds. What we know Police released an image on Wednesday which appears to show a man with a black backpack and dressed in a long-sleeved skeleton shirt, which is black and white. What we don't know The identity of the man is not immediately known. Police have also not said how he might be connected to the deadly shooting. What you can do If you have any information, please contact the DeKalb County Police Homicide/Assault Unit at 770-724-7850. The Source The DeKalb County Police Department provided the details and the photo for this article.
Yahoo
23-03-2025
- Yahoo
Shootout between two men leaves 1 dead, another injured in DeKalb County
A man is dead and another is injured after a shootout between the two individuals Saturday afternoon, DeKalb Police say. Officials say around 5 p.m., they responded to reports of a shooting in the 6900 block of Watkins Glen Road. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Before they arrived, police learned a shooting occurred between the two men. Both were taken to the hospital, however, one of the men died from his injuries. The other man is expected to survive, according to police. TRENDING STORIES: Atlanta-area rapper pleads guilty to bringing stolen loaded 'machinegun' into hospital labor unit Man accused of killing Cobb mother was in the U.S. illegally, ICE says Man shot, killed at house party in Gwinnett County Police say their investigation is ongoing and don't currently have a motive as to why the shooting happened. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
