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Suspect barricaded inside Atlanta apartment complex following deadly shooting; SWAT activated: Police

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel.
Credit: wxia
Oakland Park

ATLANTA — A SWAT team has been activated following a deadly shooting near a southwest Atlanta apartment complex Saturday morning, according to police.

Atlanta Police Department said they responded to a report of a shooting at 1240 Oakland Drive, the address for the Oakland Park Townhomes, regarding a shooting. When officers arrived, they found a person who had been shot. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel.

Officers said the suspect has now barricaded themselves inside the complex, and the department has called a SWAT team out. The scene remains active as investigators gather details. 

The victim’s identity has not yet been released. This is a developing story. Check back with 11Alive for updates as more information becomes available.

Credit: wxia
Oakland Park

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