What we know so far:
Reports indicate that there have been casualties at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, where law enforcement is currently addressing an active shooting situation, as confirmed by the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office. The exact number of victims and their conditions remain unclear. Footage from the vicinity of the school reveals multiple ambulances and a significant police presence. A local hospital source has informed CNN that they are treating patients with gunshot wounds linked to the event. Authorities have stated that a suspect is now in custody.
Adult Gunshot Victim & Injured Minor Receive Emergency Care at Athens Hospital!"
Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital in North Georgia has admitted two individuals injured in the shooting at Apalachee High School, according to a source familiar with the matter who is not permitted to communicate with the media, as reported by CNN.
One of the victims is an adult suffering from a gunshot wound to the abdomen and is presently undergoing surgery, while the other is a minor with injuries that have not been specified.
"Tragedy Strikes: 4 Dead and 30 Injured in Frightening School Shooting - What We Know!"
Reports indicate that at least four individuals have lost their lives, while around 30 others sustained injuries during a shooting incident at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. Law enforcement officials have stated that it remains uncertain how many of these injuries are specifically due to gunfire.
This information is preliminary and may be subject to further updates as the situation develops.
A suspect, who appears to be of student age, is currently in custody; however, it has not been confirmed whether this individual is a student at the school, according to the sources.
In response to the incident, all schools within the district have been placed on lockdown, and police have been deployed to all district high schools as a precautionary measure. Fortunately, there have been no reports of additional incidents or threats at other locations.
Some of the critically injured individuals were airlifted to medical facilities via helicopter, and additional helicopters remain on standby to assist as needed.
Multiple Injuries in Apalachee High School Shooting – What You Need to Know!"
The sheriff of Barrow County, Georgia, reported that several individuals sustained injuries in a shooting incident at Apalachee High School in Winder on Wednesday. Sheriff Jud Smith characterized the investigation as "very, very fluid" and noted that it is still in its preliminary phases. He confirmed the presence of "multiple injuries" but refrained from disclosing an exact figure. During a news conference, Smith described the situation as an "evil thing."
Biden briefed on reported Georgia school shooting.
President Joe Biden has received updates regarding the shooting incident at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, according to a statement from the White House.
Biden was informed by his Homeland Security adviser, Liz Sherwood-Randall.
The White House indicated that the administration will maintain coordination with federal, state, and local authorities as further information becomes available.
Casualties reported at Georgia high school and suspect is in custody, sheriff says.
A suspect is in custody following an incident at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, where multiple law enforcement and emergency services were deployed in response to reports of an active shooter, as stated by the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office. The statement indicated that while there have been casualties, specific details regarding the number of victims or their conditions remain unavailable. Authorities responded to the scene at approximately 10:23 a.m. ET, and the sheriff's office confirmed that the situation is still developing.
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