Gwinnett County, Georgia (October 7, 2024) – Sheriff Keybo Taylor held a press conference to provide an update on the active shooter incident that occurred at the Gwinnett County Jail earlier in the day.

Key details from the press conference include:

• Subject’s Background: The individual involved in the shooting had previous encounters with law enforcement and was exhibiting erratic behavior prior to arriving at the Gwinnett Justice Administration Center (GJAC).
• Law Enforcement Interaction: The subject’s recent contact with local law enforcement officials is still being confirmed.
• Incident Timeline: Upon arriving at the jail, the subject was confronted by Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) deputies. After exiting the building, the subject returned to their vehicle, retrieved a firearm, and opened fire on the deputies.
• Officer Response: GCSO deputies immediately returned fire and shot the subject.
• Medical Treatment: The subject was transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
• Public Safety: Sheriff Taylor assured the community that there is no ongoing threat to public safety and commended the deputies for their swift and decisive response.
• Investigation: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has taken over the investigation, and the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office will provide updates on when normal operations will resume.

Original Statement:

The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the active shooter situation at the jail earlier in the day. New intakes were temporarily halted, and all traffic approaching the jail was redirected.

The sheriff’s office assured the community that the situation was under control and there was no threat to public safety.

The investigation was ongoing, and the public was encouraged to follow official social media channels for updates.