A tragic shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, approximately 40 miles from Atlanta, has left at least four people dead and at least 9 others injured.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) confirmed the deaths and reported that nine people have been hospitalized, as reported by the Gateway Pundit.

Among the injured, two victims were airlifted to nearby hospitals for treatment. Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta confirmed it had received at least one gunshot victim.

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The shooter, believed to be a 14-year-old boy, was apprehended by authorities. It remains unclear if the suspect attended Apalachee High School.

CNN reported that the high school had been placed on lockdown following the attack, which began early Wednesday morning. The lockdown was lifted around 11:30 a.m. after the school was cleared, and students were released to their families or transported home.

Law enforcement sources indicate that a phone threat was made earlier in the day, warning that shootings would occur at five different schools, with Apalachee being the first target.

Authorities are still investigating the origin of the call and whether it was connected to the shooter. The situation is still developing, and officials are working to gather more details on the motive behind the attack.

This incident has brought renewed attention to the role of mental health in violent acts, especially following other recent tragedies. There has been speculation about the influence of psychiatric drugs and untreated mental illnesses in such events.

The manifesto of Nashville shooter Audrey Hale, who had multiple mental health diagnoses and was on psychiatric medications, raised questions about the potential link between medication and violent behavior.

Despite these ongoing concerns, the focus of many policymakers remains on gun control measures. The media has largely framed the issue around firearms, while discussions about mental illness and psychiatric treatments continue in other circles.

At the same time, significant investments are being made in mental health programs, though questions about the effectiveness and safety of certain treatments persist.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene were among the first to issue statements following the incident, offering thoughts and prayers to the victims.

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. (1/2)

— Governor Brian P. Kemp (@GovKemp) September 4, 2024

Please join me in prayer for all the students, staff, and families at Apalachee High School in Winder, Ga.

There has been a school shooting and reports of multiple injuries are being reported.

— Marjorie Taylor Greene 🇺🇸 (@mtgreenee) September 4, 2024

The FBI has also confirmed their involvement in the investigation, coordinating with local law enforcement to uncover further details.

This story is still unfolding, and more updates will follow as the investigation progresses.

Original Article:

A horribly tragic day unfolded in Barrow County, Georgia, as a high school shooting claimed four lives and left nine others injured. The incident took place at Apalachee High School, located about 40 miles northeast of Atlanta, on Wednesday morning, putting the school on lockdown, as reported by Fox News.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirmed the fatalities and said that the injured individuals were taken to various hospitals. The suspect, identified as a 14-year-old, is alive and has been taken into custody. It’s still unclear whether the shooter attended the school.

Barrow County Sheriff Judd Smith briefed reporters in the afternoon, emphasizing that the investigation remains “very, very fluid.” Smith confirmed “multiple injuries” but refrained from providing specific details about fatalities at the time, asking for patience as the situation unfolds.

Emergency personnel from several law enforcement agencies, along with Fire/EMS teams, were dispatched to the high school around 10:23 a.m. in response to reports of an active shooter.

Footage from the scene showed first responders aiding victims outside the school, with officers securing the perimeter. The FBI has also become involved, acknowledging their awareness of the situation.

#BREAKING: 4 innocents dead, 30 others grievously injured after mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia of United States. The shooting suspect is now in police custody. More details are awaited. pic.twitter.com/Rn0awrAf0m

— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) September 4, 2024

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp called for prayers, stating, “I have directed all available state resources to respond to the incident at Apalachee High School.”

He pledged to continue working closely with local, state, and federal partners to address the tragedy and ensure the safety of students.

Sheriff Smith confirmed that authorities are working to reunite students with their families. However, no questions were taken during the press briefing, leaving many looming questions unanswered.

Attorney General Merrick Garland also addressed the situation, confirming that both the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are on the scene. “I’m devastated for the families that have been affected by this terrible tragedy,” Garland said in a separate press conference.

The scene at the high school was one of heartbreak and fear, as parents rushed to locate their children. Erin Clark, the mother of a senior at Apalachee, shared her panic after receiving text messages from her son. “School shooting. I’m scared,” her son, Ethan Haney, texted her. Clark immediately left work and raced to the school, eventually reuniting with her son at the football field, as reported by CNN.

Though the investigation is still in its early stages, it is clear that this incident will leave a lasting impact on the community.

This piece was written by LifeZette News Staff on September 4, 2024. It originally appeared in LifeZette and is used by permission.

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