DEVELOPING: Mass Shooting Erupts in Downtown Atlanta at Peachtree Center Mall – Multiple Victims Injured and Taken to Hospital
Atlanta police have revealed that several people have been shot at Peachtree Center Mall in downtown Atlanta.
According to WSBTV, police and fire department officials have swarmed in front of the building while crime scene tape has been put up outside the entrance. The Peachtree Center building has been placed under lockdown.
One suspect has been taken into custody. There are unconfirmed reports regarding a second one at large.
Below is a video of the unfolding situation.
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#BREAKING: Numerous law enforcement officers are on the scene after multiple people were shot at the Peachtree Center Mall⁰⁰#Atlanta | #Georgia
Currently, numerous law enforcement and emergency personnel are on the scene at the Peachtree Center Mall, which is on lockdown… pic.twitter.com/ORFgdh37F6
— R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) June 11, 2024
Mayor Andre Dickens posted on X that a short time ago, four people were shot in the food court, including the alleged shooter. He urged
residents to avoid the area.
Four people shot.
One is the alleged original shooter and he was shot.
All involved are still alive.
AFRD are on the scene rendering aid alongside APD.
Avoid the area.
— Andre Dickens (@andreforatlanta) June 11, 2024
Atlanta Police revealed that all victims were conscious and breathing when they were taken to the hospital.
No other information at this time has been released regarding the suspected shooter or victims according to FOX 5 Atlanta. The reason behind the shooting remains unknown as well.
Atlanta police have told local reporters the scene remains open and are urging residents to o monitor social media for further updates.
This is a developing story. Check back with TGP for updates.