Atlanta CDC, Emory Shooting Kills Officer David Rose

A shooting at the CDC headquarters in Atlanta resulted in the death of DeKalb County Police Officer David Rose and the gunman, identified as 30-year-old Patrick Joseph White. White, who believed the Covid-19 vaccine had made him ill, fired multiple rounds at the CDC buildings before fatally shooting Officer Rose, who was responding to the active shooter threat. Officer Rose, a former U.S. Marine and rookie police officer with a pregnant wife and two children, was remembered for his dedication, courage, and service to the community. The attack reflects the broader issue of vaccine misinformation and political hostility towards public health agencies like the CDC. Local officials and the community mourn Officer Rose's sacrifice and emphasize the daily risks law enforcement officers face while protecting others. Flags in DeKalb County have been lowered to half-staff in his honor as investigations continue into the motives and circumstances of the shooting.