Atlanta police responded to an active shooter report on Emory University's campus, prompting a shelter-in-place warning for students and staff. The university urged individuals to "RUN, HIDE, FIGHT." Police vehicles arrived on the scene, and a siren continued to sound. Witnesses reported hearing a series of gunshots that resembled fireworks. Staff at a nearby deli secured the location as they awaited further information about the incident. No immediate injuries were reported, raising concerns for the safety of the campus community.
We're horrified by the news out of Emory University and praying for the safety of the entire campus community, said Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr.
Staff at a deli near campus locked the doors and hunkered down inside. Brandy Giraldo, General Muir's chief operating officer, said staffers inside heard a string of gunshots.
It sounded like fireworks going off, one right after the other, said Brandy Giraldo about the sounds of gunfire.
Police vehicles continued to arrive from metro Atlanta agencies as a warning siren continued to sound.
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