DUNWOODY, Ga. — A suspect is in custody after pulling a gun on Dunwoody police officers near Perimeter Mall, leading to officers opening fire.
Officers say they were called to Perimeter Center to an unknown disturbance around 2:30 p.m. on Thursday afternoon.
When officers approached, the suspect pulled out a gun and aimed it at one of the officers.
Officials said the two officers fired shots at the suspect and missed him.
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Dunwoody police say that no one was injured in the shooting.
Investigators say the suspect, who has not been identified, is in custody. It is unclear what charges he will face.
NewsChopper 2 saw a white car being towed away from the scene. It is unclear if it belongs to the suspect.
Witnesses told Channel 2′s Michael Seiden they head several gunshots from outside the store they were shopping in nearby.
Officers are currently on an active scene in the area of 128 Perimeter Center West. No injuries to officers or suspects have been reported. Until the investigation is completed, please avoid the surrounding area. Thank you! (MS)
— Dunwoody Police (@DunwoodyPolice) December 8, 2022
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