APD Mourns the Passing of MPH Oreo We are heartbroken to share that Oreo, a beloved member of our Mounted Patrol Unit, passed away on Aug. 27, 2024, at the age of 21. Oreo served with APD for over a decade and was known for his vibrant personality and remarkable skills.

TUNNELING HEIST Happening Overnight - thieves leave a pipe broken in one business while busting through a wall in Atlanta’s Edgewood neighborhood. Their target: pricy jeans next door. We are talking $5-$7k each pair. Live on Good Day Atlanta

NEW CAMERA FOOTAGE OF TUNNELING JEAN CROOKS Working by flashlight, burglars busted through the front doors of an improv comedy club in Atlanta’s Edgewood neighborhood overnight. They tunneled through wall to adjoining store, High Stakes, stealing pricey jeans. FOX 5 Atlanta

SCHOOL SHOOTING: We are on scene and gathering details at Apalachee High School, we’ve confirmed there has been a shooting and we’ve received reports of casualties. We are working to compile what we know and share the latest details with you on FOX 5 Atlanta. #breaking #georgia

UPDATE FROM GBI ON SCHOOL SHOOTING - FOUR DEAD: Quote from GBI: “Four dead. An additional nine taken to various hospitals with injuries. Suspect in custody and alive. Reports that the suspect has been ‘neutralized’ are inaccurate.” FOX 5 Atlanta #Apalachee #Georgia #Breaking

MEDIA ADVISORY: Apalachee School Shooting Briefing The GBI, Barrow County Sheriff’s Office, and the FBI will hold a news conference at 4:30 p.m. to provide updates into the school shooting at Apalachee High School.

14 YEAR OLD SHOOTER WILL BE TRIED AS ADULT: During a press conference GA Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey identified the school shooter as 14 year old Colt Gray and says he will be charged with murder and tried as an adult. Two teachers and two students were killed today. FOX 5 Atlanta

Here’s our statement on the shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, GA. The shooter, Colt Gray, age 14, is in custody. The GBI’s investigation is active and ongoing. 🔗: tinyurl.com/ykktbmm7

Here’s the FBI statement in connection to the subject in custody for today’s shooting at Apalachee High School.

Important points mentioned during our 9 p.m. news conference (threaded): 1. At this time, there is no evidence to suggest that there were additional shooters. Investigators are actively pursuing all leads regarding any potential associates of the shooter. (1/3)

DRONE VIDEO: Here's a look at media from across the nation staged in front of Apalachee High School as journalists work to gather new details one day after a tragic school shooting claimed the lives of two students and two teachers. We have continued coverage on FOX 5 Atlanta

A growing memorial at Apalachee HS a day after two students and two teachers were killed during a school shooting. Many have left flowers, prayed, and spoke with grief counselors gathered at the school. The GBI says Colt Gray has been charged with four counts of felony murder.

JUST IN: Mug shot released of Colt Gray, accused Apalachee High School shooter. #breaking MORE: fox5atlanta.com/news/apalachee…

EXCLUSIVE: The sister of Mason Schermerhorn (14) takes us inside the life of her little brother. At 6, 10 & 11pm on FOX 5 Atlanta we’ll have family photos, videos and details about Mason. (He was one of two students killed in the #ApalacheeHighSchool shooting.)

A lot is being shared about the suspect of the #Apalachee_High_School shooting. More needs to be shared on victims. This thread of videos from Mason Schermerhorn’s family & shows his hobbies, interests, smile & laughter. His sister, Alanna says he was full of energy & positivity

The sun has just risen over Apalachee High School, illuminating a growing memorial to those killed, injured, and impacted by the school shooting on Wednesday. Students, faculty, and residents have left behind flowers, cards, and other items at the base of the flag. FOX 5 Atlanta

GEMA/HS, in collaboration with Barrow County, will open a Community Recovery Center to support individuals and families affected by the Apalachee High School tragedy this Monday. Visit barrowcommunityfoundation.org/barrow-communi… for donations. More info can be found on the GEMA/HS Facebook's page.

"We can come together as one big family, and today that family is Apalachee." In a show of support bikers from across Georgia converged on Apalachee HS with the purpose of showing those impacted by the tragic school shooting that they are part of a larger family. FOX 5 Atlanta