Shooter dead near Emory campus and CDC

A single shooter was killed and a police officer injured in an incident near Emory University and the CDC in Atlanta, prompting a campus alert and a swift law enforcement response.

Shooter dead after attack near Emory campus and CDC

Police and the FBI responded to an active shooter report near the Emory University campus in Atlanta and the CDC Roybal campus on Friday evening. By around 6:40 pm local time, officials said there was no ongoing threat and the shooter had been fatallyScenes. One law enforcement officer was injured as officers secured the area and began investigations.

Emory University had alerted students and staff to an active shooter, urging them to run, hide, and fight, before later lifting shelter in place as the area was cleared. Witnesses described nearby gunfire near the Emory Point CVS, while CDC employees reported that bullets struck windows at several buildings on the campus. A photo provided by a CDC employee showed what appeared to be damaged glass from the incident. Governor Brian Kemp connected the episode to other recent violence in the state, praising first responders for their quick action and urging prayers for those affected.

The event underscores how campus safety relies on rapid, coordinated responses from local and federal agencies. It also highlights the ongoing challenge of communicating clearly with students and staff during chaotic moments. As leaders frame the incident within a broader pattern of violence, the public debate about gun policy and safety protocols will likely intensify. In the long run, campuses may face pressure to invest in more comprehensive security measures and mental health resources, while communities seek reassurance that alarms and evacuations can be handled with minimal disruption.

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Safety remains uncertain until investigators complete a full briefing and release findings.