Student injured in shooting at Georgia high school, officials say
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At a glance
- A shooting occurred at Warner Robins High School in Georgia on Wednesday afternoon.
- One student was injured and taken to a local hospital.
- A suspect is in custody, and the school has been secured.
A shooting incident at Warner Robins High School in Georgia on Wednesday afternoon has resulted in one student being injured. Officials confirmed that a suspect is now in custody and the school campus has been secured.
The Houston County Sheriff's Office reported that the gunfire took place at the high school. Initially, authorities stated that two people were injured, but Sheriff Matt Moulton later clarified that only one student sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
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The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and no specific details have been officially confirmed at this time. The incident led to the closure of surrounding roads, with Sheriff Moulton urging residents to avoid the area to allow first responders to carry out their duties safely.
Governor Brian Kemp expressed gratitude for the swift response of law enforcement and emergency personnel. "Their action quickly brought the situation under control and kept students, faculty, and staff safe," Kemp stated on X. "As we wait for more details to emerge, we're thankful for all those who keep our classrooms safe." Warner Robins is located approximately 100 miles south of Atlanta.
Their action quickly brought the situation under control and kept students, faculty, and staff safe. As we wait for more details to emerge, we're thankful for all those who keep our classrooms safe.
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