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On Friday, August 8, 2025, there was an active shooter incident near the Emory University campus in Atlanta. The shooting occurred at a CVS at Emory Point, across the street from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters.
Here is a summary of the events:
* Shooting Details: A man opened fire, shooting at multiple windows of CDC buildings. A DeKalb County police officer was shot and later died from his injuries.
* Response: Emory University issued an alert for an active shooter and told people to "RUN, HIDE, FIGHT" and shelter in place. Police from multiple agencies responded to the scene.
* Casualties: The suspected gunman was found dead on the second floor of the CVS. It is not yet clear whether the wound was self-inflicted or from officers' gunfire. No civilians were reported to have been shot or injured.
* Resolution: The shelter-in-place order for the campus was lifted later in the evening, and police stated there was no longer an active threat.
This is a developing situation, and authorities are still investigating the motive behind the attack.
In times of such tragedy, it is important to remember that God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Please join me in prayer for the victims, their families, and the entire community.
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