CHAMBLEE, GA — An investigation is underway after a suspect was killed in a shooting involving an officer near a metro Atlanta area Walmart on Thursday afternoon.
“The Chamblee Police Department is conducting a shooting investigation near the Walmart on Chamblee Tucker Road,” Chamblee police officials said.
During a press conference, Chamblee Police Chief Michael Dieppa says officers were forced to shoot the suspect who came out of the Walmart in the area.
According to officials, the crime scene covers multiple scenes including a nearby apartment complex and restaurant where blood was found. Dieppa says the area is usually safe, but the store has attracted criminals in the past because of its proximity to a nearby MARTA station.
Police officials previously said there is heavy traffic congestion in the area and are asking motorists to “please avoid the area if you can.”
The identity of the suspect was not released.
The shooting remains under investigation.