Armed Suspect At Atlanta Hotel Is Taken Into Custody After Multiple Shots Reported

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Armed suspect at Atlanta hotel is taken into custody after multiple shots reported
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Armed Suspect at Atlanta Hotel Taken into Custody After Multiple Shots Reported

Police responded to reports of shots fired at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown on Saturday night, and an armed suspect was taken into custody.

No injuries were reported, and the hotel was evacuated as police investigated.

The incident began around 10:30 p.m. when police received multiple calls about shots being fired inside the hotel. Officers arrived on the scene and located an armed suspect. After a brief standoff, the suspect was taken into custody without incident.

Police have not yet released any information about the suspect or the motive for the shooting. The investigation is ongoing.

The Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown is a large hotel located in the heart of downtown Atlanta. It is a popular destination for both business and leisure travelers.

The shooting is the latest in a string of violent incidents that have occurred in Atlanta in recent months. In March, a gunman opened fire at a massage parlor, killing eight people. In April, a 16-year-old girl was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting.

The recent violence has raised concerns about the safety of Atlanta's downtown area. Some residents and businesses have called for increased police presence in the area.