Shooting Incident Reported at Emory University's Atlanta Campus
A shooting incident was reported at Emory University's Atlanta campus in Georgia on Friday evening. The university's Office of Critical Event Preparedness and Response issued an alert shortly after 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time, warning students and staff of an active shooter near a nearby CVS store.
Emergency Response and Advisories
The alert urged individuals to run, hide, and fight if necessary, and to avoid the area while sheltering in place. The FBI dispatched agents to assist local authorities in managing the situation.
Given the proximity to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters, the CDC also issued an alert advising personnel to seek shelter.
Official Reactions and Comments
Governor Brian Kemp expressed gratitude for the swift response of first responders, noting this was the second mass shooting in Georgia within the same week, following an attack on an Army base.
In his statement, Kemp emphasized the bravery of those who risk their lives to protect others during such emergencies. He called on citizens to keep the victims and responders in their...