Atlanta Shooting Today: One Dead, 10 Injured in Early Morning Gunfire (Video)
Police confirm deadly shooting in Atlanta early Monday leaves one person dead and at least 10 others wounded
🛑 UPDATE – Atlanta Shooting Today
Tragedy struck early Monday morning in Atlanta, Georgia, when a shooting erupted, killing one person and injuring at least 10 others, according to Atlanta Police Department officials.
🚓 The incident happened around 2:00 a.m. in the city’s downtown area, in what authorities are describing as a chaotic scene. Officers responding to emergency calls found multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
➡️ “We can confirm that one individual has died, and 10 others are being treated for non-life-threatening injuries,” police spokesperson Lt. Andrea Hall said during a press briefing.
The identities of the victims have not yet been released, and no information has been provided about a potential suspect or motive. Authorities have launched a full-scale investigation and are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses.
📍The shooting reportedly occurred near a popular nightlife district, raising concerns about public safety and the growing issue of gun violence in Atlanta.
👁️🗨️ Witness Accounts
Several witnesses reported hearing “dozens of shots” and described people running in all directions to take cover. One local resident told reporters:
“It was terrifying. I’ve never heard anything like that before. It sounded like fireworks, but it wasn’t.”
🧾 Police Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information, photos, or video footage of the incident to contact Atlanta Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS.
💬 The mayor of Atlanta is expected to address the public later today regarding the incident.
