04 Sep 2024 | 04:31 PM UTC
US: One suspect in custody following shooting situation at Apalachee High School in Winder, Ga., Sept. 4 /update 2
One suspect detained following shooting situation at Apalachee High School in Winder, Ga., US, Sept. 4. Avoid the area.
Authorities have confirmed that one suspect has been detained following a shooting situation at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, on the morning of Sept. 4. Officials also confirmed there are casualties associated with the incident, but have not specified the number or gravity of the injuries. The school has been evacuated and students have been released while police continue to investigate. There is a large presence of law enforcement agents in the area; they are asking people to avoid the area.
Apalachee High School is located in Barrow County, Georgia, and has close to 2,000 students enrolled. Significant transport and business disruptions are likely around the school over the coming hours.
Avoid the incident site until police give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Strictly heed instructions from authorities.
