Atlanta Police Search for Shooter After Fatal Shooting Near Hospital

Atlanta police are searching for a shooting suspect after a shooting in Midtown Wednesday resulted in one death and three injured people who were transported to a local hospital. The shooting occurred near Northside Hospital Medical on West Peachtree Street. The suspect has not yet been found and is considered armed and dangerous. Surveillance images of the shooter have been released by the police, who are urging anyone with information on the person's whereabouts to call 911. Police have identified the shooter as 24-year-old Deion Patterson. At this time, no additional shots have been reported and officers are actively searching for the suspect and any additional victims. Local authorities, including the Atlanta police and fire departments, MARTA police, and the Georgia State Patrol, have responded to the scene. The identities and conditions of the injured have not been released yet. Buildings in the surrounding area have been advised to shelter in place, while police have blocked off traffic in the affected area. The investigation is ongoing.

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