Active shooter training exercise held in Gwinnett County Saturday

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - Law enforcement agencies participated in an active shooter training exercise held Saturday inside the Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Building. The exercise focused on a simulated threat originating from inside a courtroom.

Deputies engaged in the training were assigned the task of bringing a suspect into custody while ensuring the safe evacuation of innocent people from the building. The scenario aimed to replicate a real-life situation to enhance the deputies' preparedness and response capabilities.

According to officials, the deputies were intentionally kept unaware of the details before the exercise. They received a brief overview and were then instructed to respond, maintaining a realistic and unpredictable environment.

In an effort to recreate an authentic active shooter scenario, medical staff from Northside Hospital established a triage response center outside the building. This collaborative approach allowed for a comprehensive training experience, incorporating law enforcement and medical professionals.