AlmiraGulch Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 There was a shooting at a FedEx facility about 30 seconds from my house this morning. They're saying at least 6 people are confirmed shot, and the shooter is on the loose. I had a conference call for work at 6:30 am today and I actually had to mute the phone because of the constant stream of sirens outside my window, but I had no idea what was going on. I heard about it right after DD17 left the house to walk to the bus stop. That's a bit unnerving, considering she walks through an apartment complex to get there. Apartment complexes are good places to hide. (Yeah, I know it's highly unlikely, but we're really quite close to that facility). I do hope all of the victims are ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 You must be going crazy. I am so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I just saw that- how scary! Stay safe. I hear there are hundreds of police officers in the area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted April 29, 2014 Author Share Posted April 29, 2014 Another wave of emergency vehicles and sirens just now. It's surreal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrookValley. Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 This just came across my AP feed. I was getting ready to ask you how close this was to you when I saw this thread...how scary!! Stay safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 AJC is not reporting anything about the shooter. So it's confirmed that he's on the loose? AJC just said the officers have secured the scene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umsami Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 How very scary. Praying for you and all affected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Oh my goodness...this is horrible! What the heck is wrong with people these days??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilaclady Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Wow that's crazy. Hope your dd is safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 They found the gunman and he's dead. I'm sure that calms your nerves about your dd! Hope all the victims recover quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted April 29, 2014 Author Share Posted April 29, 2014 I am a bit relieved the shooter is dead, which I know sounds cold, but this was never going to end well once the shooting started. I can't believe that the stream of sirens has not stopped. Even now, it's still one after the other after the other. And the helicopters. It's quite loud here. Seems odd since the suspect is dead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I'm sure they're just making extra sure he was a lone gunman and that he didn't leave any bombs or anything. And the helicopters could well be media and not law enforcement. All those sirens and helicopters would be making me anxious even though the gunman is dead. Hope your day calms down and you can get back to normal. A friend there has a limo service and she said the traffic is a nightmare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Oh my--just seeing this now. That is too close to home. Scary! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted April 29, 2014 Author Share Posted April 29, 2014 I'm sure they're just making extra sure he was a lone gunman and that he didn't leave any bombs or anything. And the helicopters could well be media and not law enforcement. All those sirens and helicopters would be making me anxious even though the gunman is dead. Hope your day calms down and you can get back to normal. A friend there has a limo service and she said the traffic is a nightmare. You're probably right. It has quieted down substantially. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Scary! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Hi fellow Atlantan! The residual noise is from the police investigation and double-checking it was a lone person with no secondary devices left behind. They have to secure the facility from the media (some of the helicopters) and random nutbuckets who want to rubberneck. And secure the FedEx facility to make sure nothing gets stolen. Yes, I will admit I'm glad when the shooter saves taxpayers time and money. Of course everyone would prefer it not happen in the first place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icollectkids Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Man, I move away from Atlanta and crazy things happen! weird weather and shootings.. Glad you are all safe! A friend of a friend works at that FedEx. He's stuck not able to drive anywhere. His car has been taped up with police tape and his belongings (phone, etc) have been taken. Apparently they are investigating/questioning everyone... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I am a bit relieved the shooter is dead, which I know sounds cold, but this was never going to end well once the shooting started. I understand exactly how you feel. We had a similar situation in our neighborhood. Was strangely relieved to find out he was dead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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