2 arrested, 1 on the run after shots fired at Piedmont Park, police say
2 arrested after Piedmont Park shooting
Atlanta police arrested two men and recovered two firearms following a shootout near the pavilion at Piedmont Park. No one was injured, but police are still searching for the third suspect.
ATLANTA - Two people were arrested and police are still looking for another person after shots were fired at Piedmont Park on Wednesday afternoon, according to Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum.
Piedmont Park shooting
What we know:
Officers arrived in the area at 3:20 p.m. after receiving a shots-fired call in Piedmont Park near the pavilion, which is close to the activity oval and the tennis courts.
Schierbaum said that the department treated the situation as an active shooter call. He added that weapons were discharged at the park, and he believes the shooting stemmed from an escalated dispute.
A 29-year-old and 21-year-old were arrested and Schierbaum stated that officers are looking for the third individual they believe is involved in the shooting.
Schierbaum confirmed that no one was injured in the incident. The chief added that there was no threat to the public.
Schierbaum said that Major Hunt encountered one of the suspects who attempted to change his clothes as police continued their investigation.
Investigators have recovered a rifle and pistol, and police are looking for the third weapon.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra event continued
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra performance in the park continued as planned and without incident. It added that it will continue to communicate with Atlanta police and actively monitor developments.
The chief added there will continue to be a police presence in the area as the concert continues.
Schierbaum added that the Atlanta Police Department encourages everyone to attend despite their search for the third person.
He added that the detained individuals could face reckless conduct and aggravated assault charges.
Atlanta police respond to Piedmont Park shooting
The Atlanta Police chief announced two suspects were detained and two weapons recovered following a quick response to gunfire in Piedmont Park. Authorities confirmed no injuries were reported and tonight's scheduled concert will proceed.
Search continues for third individual
What we don't know:
Authorities have not released the identity of the detained individuals, or the third individual police are currently looking for at this time.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Atlanta Police Department, who provided details through an official statement regarding the active investigation, and Chief Darin Schierbaum, who gave an update at a press conference.