Summary
A man in Georgia shot into the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters, killing a police officer. The shooter believed that the COVID-19 vaccine made him suicidal. He was identified as Patrick Joseph White by officials.
Key Facts
- The shooter opened fire on the CDC headquarters and killed a police officer.
- The man believed the COVID-19 vaccine caused him to feel depressed and suicidal.
- The 30-year-old shooter tried to enter the CDC headquarters but was stopped by guards.
- He then opened fire at a nearby pharmacy.
- The shooter had five guns, including at least one long gun.
- Police officer David Rose was killed in the incident.
- The shooter's father identified him to the police and mentioned past distress over a personal loss.
- CDC employees were put under lockdown during the shooting and were advised to work from home following the incident.
