Emory Point shooter targeted CDC building, blamed 'sickness' on COVID-19 vaccine

Emory University shooting suspect targeted CDC over anger at COVID-19 vaccine, believing it caused his illness, per law enforcement via CNN.

Published on: Aug 9, 2025, 05:10:19 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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The suspect in the shooting inside Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, on Friday targeted the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention owing to his anger over the COVID-19 vaccine. CNN reported citing a law enforcement official who said that after speaking to the suspect's family they got to know that the suspect was either sick or believed he was sick and blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for his sickness.

A man holds a sign as demonstrators gather outside of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on June 25. (Representational) (REUTERS)

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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