Gunman wounds 3 in Atlanta food court before being shot by officer, police say
SUMMARY
On Tuesday afternoon, a gunman shot three people at the Peachtree Center food court in downtown Atlanta before being shot by an off-duty police officer working security. The incident occurred around 2:15 p.m., and all four individuals, including the suspect, are expected to survive. The 34-year-old suspect from Morrow, Georgia, had a prior felony conviction and shouldn't have had a gun. The victims include a 47-year-old man, a 69-year-old woman, and a 70-year-old woman. Mayor Andre Dickens praised the officer for his quick response, which likely prevented further casualties. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is examining the incident. Witnesses described the chaotic scene, with people running for safety and police quickly securing the area.
