Cops: 1 dead, 3 injured in active shooter situation in Midtown Atlanta

Atlanta police have confirmed one person is dead and three others are injured as they continue their search for an active shooter in Midtown.

The scene is at the Northside Hospital Midtown medical office building at 1110 West Peachtree Street.

“There have been no additional shots fired since the initial incident unfolded,” police spokesperson Sgt. John Chafee said in an update to the media. “We are currently aware of four shooting victims related to this situation. Three have been transported to the hospital for treatment and a fourth has been pronounced deceased on scene. Officers are actively searching for the suspect and any other victims.”

Based on our preliminary investigation, these are photos believed to be of the active shooter. Anyone with any information on this person's whereabouts is asked to call 911. The suspect is believed to be armed and dangerous and should not be approached. (3/3)
— Atlanta Police Department (@Atlanta_Police) May 3, 2023

The shooter remains at large.

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