Suspect in Deadly Shooting at Atlanta Medical Facility Remains at Large

May 3, 2023
Atlanta Police said one person was pronounced dead at the scene while at least four others were injured.

Atlanta Police are searching for a suspect who opened fire in a downtown building Wednesday morning leaving at least one person dead and four injured.

Deion Patterson, 24, the suspect, opened fire in a waiting room of the medical center, Police Chief Darin Schierbaum said at a press conference at 3:45 p.m.

Patterson's mother was with him at time. She was not injured and is cooperating with police.

Scherbaum said officers and others immediately ran into the building to search for the suspect and help the injured.

A car-jacking was reported nearby shortly after the incident, and Patterson is believed to be the suspect. The car has since been recovered in a nearby county. But, the suspect remains on the run. 

Streets, businesses and schools were immediately placed on lockdown as the manhunt for Patterson continued. 

The chief said cameras in the area have been viewed by authorities. 

A $10,000 reward is being offered for information.