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Scores feared killed at Gerogia High School gunfire

Scores feared killed at Gerogia High School gunfire

In a heartbreaking incident on Wednesday, September 4, a shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia, has resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left four others injured.

The suspect involved in the shooting is now in police custody, as confirmed by the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office.

The violent event unfolded around 10:23 a.m. when gunfire erupted on the high school campus. Emergency responders, including deputies and medical personnel, rushed to the scene, where they encountered the devastating aftermath of the active shooter situation.

As a precautionary measure, all schools in the Barrow County district, located in Winder, Georgia, were placed under a “soft lockdown.”

However, the primary focus remained on Apalachee High School, where the tragic incident occurred. Police cars, fire trucks, and ambulances quickly surrounded the area as authorities worked to secure the scene and assist those in need.

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Students were seen being escorted to the school’s football stadium as law enforcement ensured their safety. The scene was one of chaos and distress as families and the community grappled with the shocking event.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp addressed the situation, stating, “I have directed all available state resources to respond to the incident at Apalachee High School and urge all Georgians to join my family in praying for the safety of those in our classrooms, both in Barrow County and across the state.”

Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta confirmed that they were treating at least one gunshot victim, highlighting the severity of the injuries sustained in the shooting.

As the investigation continues, the community is left mourning the loss of life and praying for the recovery of those injured.

This tragic event underscores the urgent need for discussions around safety in schools and the measures necessary to protect students and staff from such horrific acts of violence.

Scores feared killed at Gerogia High School gunfire

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