Apalachee High School Live News: At least 4 people have been killed and approximately 30 injured in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. Officials confirmed that the school went into hard lockdown as law enforcement agencies and emergency responders rushed to the scene.
As per the report, the incident unfolded around 10:30 a.m., with multiple reports of gunshots heard on the school campus. Law enforcement and medical personnel, including the FBI and Georgia State Patrol, were quickly dispatched to the site.
According to sources, at least two people were tragically killed and four others injured in the shooting, marking a grim day for the quiet town of Winder, about an hour northeast of Atlanta.
SkyFOX 5 provided aerial footage showing emergency responders on the ground, working tirelessly to assist those affected. Several victims were airlifted to nearby hospitals, including Grady Memorial Hospital, which confirmed receiving at least one gunshot victim.
Authorities acted swiftly, placing both Apalachee High School and nearby Barrow-Winder High School on hard lockdowns to secure the area and protect students. The lockdown at Barrow-Winder High School was later lifted, but the scene at Apalachee remained tense as the investigation continued.
By 11:30 a.m., law enforcement confirmed that the school had been cleared and that one suspect was in custody. The identity of the suspect and the motive behind the shooting are still under investigation, and no further details have been released.
The sight of helicopters, ambulances, and a heavy police presence deeply unsettled the community. Parents rushed to the school as soon as they were informed, anxiously waiting for updates on their children’s safety. Students were later released to their families, and buses were arranged for those needing transportation home.
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