“Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport said on Saturday afternoon there was no active shooter threat and airport passengers and employees are safe. Atlanta police said a gun accidentally fired at the airport near the main security checkpoint,” reports FOX 5 Atlanta. “Police said at around 2:15 p.m. they hadn’t received reports of injuries. The investigation is ongoing, police said.”
The Atlanta Airport Tweeted that: “At approximately 1:30 pm today a weapon accidently discharged at ATL’s security screening area. There is NOT an active shooter at the airport. APD is on the scene. More information about the situation will be made available on our social media channels.”
“Videos on social media showed frightened travelers apparently taking cover near the security checkpoint before the official statement. City officials calmed scared travelers as police provided details of the investigation.”