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The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) identified the suspect in Friday's deadly shooting at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters as 30-year-old Patrick Joseph White.
The GBI provided no additional information when contacted by Newsweek on Saturday morning.
Why It Matters
DeKalb County Police Officer David Rose was shot and killed in the shooting, when White opened fire outside of the CDC headquarters in Atlanta. The agency's health director Susan Monarez said four buildings were hit.
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The attack, which occurred near neighboring Emory University, prompted a massive law enforcement response, including local and state agencies. A shelter-in-place order was in effect at Emory University, and the CDC was on lockdown.
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What To Know
Around 4:50 p.m. local time, there were reports of an active shooting in the area. Rose was fired upon and killed by the shooter near the CDC headquarters.
The gunman was found on the second floor of the CVS on the Emory University campus across the street from the CDC campus and died at the scene, Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum said on Friday night.
He said, "We do not know at this time whether that was from officers or if it was self-inflicted." Officials said the gunman's motive remains unknown at this time.
White was a resident of Kennesaw, which sits about 30 miles northwest of Atlanta, the GBI said in a Saturday press release.
Who Was Officer David Rose?
Rose, 33, was shot while responding to the gunfire, the DeKalb County Police Department said in a news release. He was transported to nearby Emory University Hospital where he died of his injuries.
Rose had been with the police department since September 2024 and graduated from the police academy in March, the police department said in a news release. Rose was a former Marine who served in Afghanistan, according to the Associated Press.
He leaves behind a wife and two children, with a third on the way.
Interim Police Chief Greg Patrick said Rose "was committed to serving the community."
What People Are Saying
The DeKalb County Police Department said on Facebook: "It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Officer David Rose who was tragically killed in the line of duty. Officer Rose served DeKalb County with courage, integrity, and unwavering dedication. Even in the face of danger was he diligent in his duty to protect our community. We extend our deepest condolences to Officer Rose's family, friends, fellow DeKalb County officers, and law enforcement community during this most difficult time."
CDC Director Susan Monarez wrote on X Friday: "We at @CDCgov are heartbroken by today's attack on our Roybal Campus, which remains on lockdown as authorities investigate the shooting. A courageous local law enforcement officer gave his life, and another was injured, after a gunman opened fire on at least four CDC buildings."
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp wrote on X Friday: "The entire Kemp family is also mourning today's tragic loss of Officer David Rose. His service and memory will not be forgotten by a grateful state, and his loved ones and fellow @DeKalbCountyPD officers will remain in our hearts and prayers as they grieve his passing and this painful day."
FBI director Kash Patel said in a Friday X post: "Pray for the family, friends, and colleagues of this hero who acted quickly to defend others and made the ultimate sacrifice. The FBI will offer them our full support."
What Happens Next?
The GBI is still investigating the shooting, saying in a Friday statement: "There is extensive evidence to collect due to the complex scene."
The agency is conducting interviews at this time, noting that "this investigation will take an extended period of time."
Update 8/9/25, 11:26 a.m. ET: This article has been updated with additional information.
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