Law enforcement, including the FBI, is responding to Emory University in Atlanta after an active shooter was reported Friday afternoon.
A spokesperson for Grady Hospital confirmed to Fox News that one police officer was sent to Emory University Hospital.
“Active shooter alert at Emory Atlanta Campus near Emory Point CVS,” the university’s critical event preparedness office announced on X. “RUN, HIDE, FIGHT. Stay away from the vicinity.”
A shelter in place order was lifted by the university at about 6:30 p.m.
At least one person was injured in the incident, according to a hospital spokesperson. (WAGA)
The shooting location was also near the main campus of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to Fox News Digital DeKalb County Police are at the scene.
The Atlanta Police Department and FBI are also responding, according to social media posts.
Officials did not immediately confirm any additional injuries or fatalities.
Police could be seen on video cameras directing traffic in the area near the reported shooting. (GDOT)
Emory University Police, DeKalb Police, FBI Atlanta, and the university itself have yet to respond to requests for information from Fox News Digital.
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