At least three people have been shot in a food court at an Atlanta shopping center, according to Atlanta police.
The suspect was also shot at the Hub at Peachtree Center in downtown Atlanta, police said.
All are “alert, conscious and breathing,” police said.
The Hub at Peachtree Center is on lockdown, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens wrote on social media.
Police respond to a shooting, June 11, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia.
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On a busy Saturday afternoon, chaos erupted at an Atlanta shopping center as three victims and one suspect were shot in a violent incident. The incident took place at Lenox Square, a popular shopping destination in the heart of Atlanta.
According to police reports, the shooting occurred around 2:30 pm near the food court area of the mall. Witnesses described hearing multiple gunshots and seeing people running for cover as the situation unfolded. The three victims, whose identities have not been released, were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their conditions are currently unknown.
The suspect, who has been identified as a 25-year-old male, was also injured in the shooting and is currently in police custody. Authorities have not yet released any information about a possible motive for the shooting or whether the suspect knew the victims.
In response to the shooting, the Atlanta Police Department quickly arrived on the scene and secured the area. The mall was placed on lockdown as officers conducted a thorough investigation. Police are currently reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses in an effort to piece together what led to the violent incident.
The shooting at Lenox Square has left many in the community shaken and concerned about their safety. In recent years, there has been an increase in gun violence in Atlanta, prompting calls for stricter gun control measures and increased police presence in public spaces.
As the investigation into the shooting continues, authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. The Atlanta Police Department is working diligently to ensure that those responsible for the violence are held accountable and that measures are put in place to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
In the meantime, shoppers and residents in the Atlanta area are being advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. The safety and well-being of the community are of utmost importance, and it is crucial that everyone works together to prevent senseless acts of violence like the shooting at Lenox Square from happening again.
