There was an active shooter at the Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia today. Police as well as SWAT teams quickly responded to the posh hotel. Atlanta police arrested the man at about 4:35 pm EST.
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WALB 10 News is reporting that a police officer was hurt, according to the Atlanta Police Department. He sustained non-life threatening injuries, according to Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum.
The outlet called the situation "a SWAT standoff."
Per the outlet, "[Atlanta Police Chief] Darin Schierbaum said they believe at least three weapons — a handgun, shotgun and a rifle — fired at least 15 shots by the suspect during the incident in his home. He also said a shot was fired off the suspect's balcony. At least one weapon was thrown off the balcony, according to Schierbaum."
The Suspect's Name Was Reportedly Released
The Daily Mail, a British news outlet, is reporting that the suspect in custody is Jay Steven Berger. He was spotted with a bloody face and was reportedly removed from the hotel by stretcher.
He allegedly shot at people on another balcony of the Four Seasons. There was a large police presence at the hotel, which went into lockdown. The shooter was reportedly wearing some type of rubber mask.
What Supposedly Started The Incident
Per the outlet, "At a press conference after the shooting, police said the incident began when a hotel staffer tried to enter Berger's room, and found him suffering some kind of mental health 'crisis' episode.
Berger allegedly would not leave the room. When police arrived, they allegedly discovered "guns and weapons."
Berger flung furniture from the balcony. He started shooting at a man and woman who were filming the incident from across the street. Per the outlet, "Officials said at the press conference that Berger also fired through the walls of his unit and at buildings across the street."
Steps Were Taken To Protect The Public During The Incident
A shelter in place order was issued, along with road closures near the 53-story luxury hotel. People nearby were asked not to be near rooms and windows facing the commotion as a precaution.
