A police officer tragically died after responding to a shooting near the CDC's headquarters in Atlanta. The motives remain unclear, while investigations point to a possible mental health crisis involving the shooter.
Tragedy Strikes as Atlanta Officer Killed in Shooting Near CDC Headquarters
Tragedy Strikes as Atlanta Officer Killed in Shooting Near CDC Headquarters
An Atlanta police officer loses his life during a shooting incident near CDC, raising concerns about public safety.
An Atlanta police officer has been fatally injured while responding to a shooting incident that occurred outside the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters, located near Emory University. The officer, identified as David Rose, was subsequently hospitalized but did not survive. The shooting, described by authorities as involving a "single shooter," concluded with the gunman also deceased, though the circumstances of his death remain under investigation.
While no civilians were reported injured in the incident, law enforcement officials are exploring various theories regarding the shooter's motives. Unnamed sources from U.S. media claim that the assailant may have believed he was suffering from adverse effects attributed to a coronavirus vaccine. Furthermore, discussions have surfaced suggesting that the shooter's father may have alerted authorities earlier on the day of the event, indicating concerns about his son’s mental well-being.
CDC Director Susan Monarez expressed deep sorrow over the loss, stating that the organization felt "heartbroken" by the tragedy. She commended the swift response from DeKalb County police, CDC security, and Emory University personnel, emphasizing their role in preventing further harm to the community.
During a press briefing, police disclosed that they received reports of an active shooter near the CDC campus around 4:50 PM local time. Officers from several agencies promptly arrived at the scene. Amid the chaos, Emory University advised individuals on its Atlanta campus to take precautions by following the "RUN, HIDE, FIGHT" protocol via social media. The CDC campus experienced gunfire that impacted its buildings.
Current reports indicate that personnel at the CDC have been instructed to work remotely starting Monday as investigations continue into this tragic event.
