Active shooter in Hampton: What we know

The Gist: An active shooter incident occurred this morning in the Dogwood Lakes area of Hampton, resulting in an ongoing investigation led by the Hampton Police Department.

Multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Henry County Police Department, Henry County Sheriff’s Department, Henry County Homeland Security, and Henry County Crime Scene Unit, are providing assistance, while the Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been notified.

The suspect is currently at large, and the public is advised to avoid the area due to the heavy police presence.

What Happened?: At approximately 10:45 a.m. this morning, an active shooter incident unfolded in the Dogwood Lakes area of Hampton. The exact details of the incident remain under investigation, and law enforcement authorities are working diligently to gather information and ensure public safety.

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Fatalities: Four people have been reported dead.