Shooter kills 4 and injures at least 9 at high school near Atlanta

A shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, left four people dead and at least nine injured on September 4, 2024. The incident occurred in the morning, prompting students to seek safety in the football stadium. Law enforcement quickly responded, and a suspect is in custody, though it is unclear if the shooter was a student. Barrow County Sheriff Jud Smith described the event as an “evil thing” but did not provide further details about the casualties or suspect.

The tragedy is part of a growing list of school shootings in the U.S., sparking debates on gun control. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and the FBI have coordinated resources to respond, while President Joe Biden was briefed on the situation. Parents rushed to the scene to reunite with their children as local patrols increased security at nearby schools.

Source: AP News