ATLANTA, Ga. — Atlanta police say multiple people have been shot at Peachtree Center in downtown Atlanta.
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There is a heavy police and fire presence in front of the building and crime scene tape strung up outside the entrance.
Mayor Andre Dickens tweeted that four people were shot in the food court and the building is on lockdown. The victims’ identities have not been released. They were all conscious, alert and breathing when they were taken to the hospital, police said.
One of the people shot is believed to be the suspect, according to police.
“The scene is still open and active as officers are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Continue to monitor social for more updates,” police said.
Police are still working to determine what led to the shooting.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been called in to assist.
A note sent to tenants at Peachtree Center said the incident happened at the Hub
MARTA police said the station at Peachtree Center is not affected but their Special Operations Response Team and Tactical Field Officers are assisting Atlanta police and patrolling the station.
NewsChopper 2 and a crew on the ground gathering more information, for Channel 2 Action News
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