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Man Injured After Self-Inflicted Shooting at Atlanta Airport’s South Terminal

Police characterize the incident as an isolated, self-inflicted shooting with no operational impact.

Overview

  • Gunfire was reported shortly after 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
  • Officials said the man suffered a self-inflicted wound near the South Terminal baggage claim escalators located before security.
  • Responding officers quickly secured the firearm and cleared the immediate area.
  • The injured man was transported to a hospital and was described as alert, conscious, and breathing.
  • Authorities reported no other injuries, said flights continued as normal, and noted that the man’s identity and motive remain under investigation.