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News in English (USA) / 09.08.2025 / 21:00

Tragic Shooting Incident at CDC and Emory University in Atlanta Leaves Two Dead

A devastating shooting incident near the CDC headquarters in Atlanta has resulted in the deaths of a police officer and the suspected gunman. The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Patrick Joseph White, reportedly had anti-vaccine sentiments and specifically targeted the CDC. The officer, David Rose, from the DeKalb County Police Department, was killed while responding to the attack, leaving behind a family. The incident began with gunfire at the CDC offices, leading to active shooter alerts on the Emory University campus. Authorities confirmed that over 90 children were kept in a daycare during the investigation. The motives behind the shooting are under investigation, with early reports indicating that the gunman believed the COVID vaccine had adversely affected his health. As the community mourns, local leaders have released statements expressing their condolences and support for the families affected by this tragedy.
Georgia Bureau of Investigation (.gov), CNN, Rolling Stone, WSB-TV, BBC, FOX 5 Atlanta, AJC.com, yahoo.com, NPR, 11Alive.com