Atlanta, GA
Man with gun arrested at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta airport after making threats
The air traffic control tower at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, Georgia, US, on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023.Photographer: Elijah Nouvelage/Bloomberg via Getty Images
ATLANTA – Atlanta police are scheduled to hold a press conference at 3 p.m. Monday to discuss an incident that occurred earlier in the day at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
What we know:
According to a source within the department, a man was arrested after allegedly making threats to “shoot up” the airport. Police reportedly found an AR-15 or a similar firearm in the suspect’s vehicle.
Investigators believe the threats were made while the man was on a video call with a family member. The suspect was taken into custody at the airport.
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What we don’t know:
Details about the exact timing of the events have not yet been released. Additionally, the name and age of the man is unknown to FOX 5 Atlanta at this time. Officials are expected to provide this information during the afternoon briefing, which will be livestreamed on FOX LOCAL and FOX 5 News Live.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.