Emory Point CVS shooting update: Photos from CDC building show bullet holes; university students warned

A police officer was reportedly shot Friday afternoon at Emory Point, a mixed-use complex near Emory University and the main campus of the CDC.

Updated on: Aug 9, 2025, 03:19:52 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

A police officer was reportedly shot Friday afternoon at Emory Point, a mixed-use complex near Emory University and the main campus of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Locals posted photos from the building on social media, showing bullet holes amid a massive police response.

A shooting took place near the CDC campus in Emory Point (AP)

Active shooter alert

Around 4 PM local time, Emory University issued an emergency notification warning of an “active shooter” at the CVS located at Emory Point on Clifton Road. The alert urged students and staff to “RUN, HIDE, FIGHT” and to avoid the area.

Fox 5 cited aerial footage to report that multiple police vehicles with visible bullet damage and leaking fluids could be seen. Dozens of heavily armed law enforcement units responded.

“Reports of an active shooter on CDC campus, bullets hitting one building,” one local said on X, platform formerly known as Twitter.

Road closures and traffic delays

The Georgia Department of Transportation confirmed that Clifton Road NE between Briarcliff Road NE and Haygood Drive is closed due to the incident. Drivers are experiencing delays on Houston Mill Road, Briarcliff Road, and North Decatur Road.

“Emory Emergency: Active shooter on Emory Atlanta Campus at Emory Point CVS. RUN, HIDE, FIGHT. Avoid the area. Shelter in place,” Emory College informed students.

About Emory Point

Opened in 2012, Emory Point is a pedestrian-friendly development in the Druid Hills neighborhood, situated across from the CDC and within walking distance of Emory University Hospital. It combines residential apartments—marketed to professionals, students, and medical staff, with retail, restaurants, and fitness studios. The community connects to Emory’s shuttle system and was designed as a “live-work-play” hub for those tied to nearby institutions.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

Stay updated with US News covering politics, crime, weather, local events, and sports highlights. Get the latest on Donald Trump and American politics along with Horoscope 2026.