Crime
DeKalb County officer Killed in Active Shooter Incident at Emory University, Suspect dead
ATLANTA, Ga. — A tragic active shooter incident unfolded on the campus of Emory University, resulting in the death of a DeKalb County police officer.
Authorities confirmed that the officer was fatally wounded while confronting the suspect.
Despite being rushed to Emory University Hospital, the officer was pronounced dead at 5:48 p.m.
The active shooter situation was first reported near Emory Point, close to the Emory College of Arts and Design.
The university issued urgent safety alerts through social media, instructing students, staff, and visitors to follow the “Run. Hide. Fight.” protocol.
Georgia Department of Transportation traffic cameras showed a large police presence in the area.
The Emory University campus is located just minutes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters.
Officials confirmed that CDC headquarters sustained gunfire during the incident, though it remains unclear if the facility or Emory University was directly targeted.
A CDC internal alert instructed staff to shelter in place immediately.
The Atlanta Police Department, DeKalb County Police Department, and multiple law enforcement agencies are actively investigating the scene. The FBI has deployed agents to assist local authorities.
DeKalb County communications director Dionna Smith reported that the officer was critically injured during the confrontation and transported to the hospital, where life-saving efforts were unsuccessful.
Additional details regarding the officer’s identity and the circumstances of the shooting have not yet been released.
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr expressed condolences and solidarity, stating: “We are horrified by the active shooter situation on or near Emory’s campus and are praying for the safety of the entire campus community. We stand ready to assist our law enforcement partners with whatever they may need.”
As of this update, no civilian injuries have been reported.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities continue to gather details about the suspect and the motive.
Anyone in the area is urged to remain vigilant and follow official instructions until authorities declare the scene secure.
TAUNTON, Mass. — One person was killed and seven others were injured in an overnight shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 12:35 a.m. Sunday at a residence in the 261 Weir Street area. Taunton police officers responded after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found several people suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators were also informed that additional victims had already been transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities ultimately identified eight shooting victims, all of whom were reportedly in their early 20s.
One of the victims, 22-year-old Zirovick Depina of Brockton, was pronounced dead early Sunday morning, according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
Of the seven surviving victims, one remains in serious but stable condition, while the others suffered injuries that were considered non-life-threatening. Their identities have not been publicly released.
The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence. Images from the scene showed a tent and tables in the yard, along with white balloons and what appeared to be a photo backdrop near a garage.
A neighbor told authorities that large gatherings and loud parties had reportedly been common at the residence.
The home is located about a mile from the Taunton Police Department headquarters. The neighbor expressed concern about the shooting occurring in the area, particularly given the late-night activity.
The investigation is being conducted by Taunton Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, and other investigative units. Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire and identify those responsible.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Taunton police or investigators with the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.