Shooting near Emory campus leaves multiple dead

Authorities identified the gunman and confirmed casualties after a shooting near Emory University and the CDC campus.

Shooting near Emory campus and CDC leaves Atlanta on edge

A shooting Friday evening near Emory University and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention campus in Atlanta left multiple dead and sparked a large police response. Officials said two people were killed and a police officer lost his life; the shooter was found dead in a nearby building. The incident prompted lockdowns and a shelter in place that was lifted later that evening. No CDC employees or visitors were reported injured, and several CDC buildings were affected by gunfire.

Police later identified the gunman as 30 year old Patrick Joseph White of Kennesaw, Georgia. Investigators said the motive remains unknown as the investigation continues. The attack began just before 5 pm near the main entrance to the CDC campus and prompted a coordinated response from multiple agencies. Emory University and CDC leaders expressed gratitude to first responders and offered support to those affected by the tragedy.

The event underscores how even high profile public institutions are not immune to violence. The proximity of a major university campus to a federal health facility makes the area a high stakes setting for public safety and security coordination. The swift shelter in place and the rapid arrival of police paint a picture of effective interagency action, but the broader question of prevention and threat monitoring remains. In the days ahead, officials will review safety protocols while communities seek reassurance and clear information.

Highlights

Officials promise transparency as the investigation unfolds and residents seek steadier updates.