Photo Released of Gunman in CDC Shooting That Killed Officer
[CITY, STATE] — Authorities have released a photo of the suspected gunman involved in the deadly shooting that claimed the life of a law enforcement officer at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters earlier this week.
The image, obtained from security camera footage, shows the suspect — identified as [Suspect’s Full Name, Age] — moments before the fatal incident. Investigators say the shooting occurred on [Day, Date] shortly after 4 p.m., when the officer responded to a disturbance at the CDC campus located on [Street Name].
According to the [Local/State Police Department], the officer, identified as [Officer’s Full Name, Age], was on duty and attempting to de-escalate a confrontation when the suspect allegedly opened fire. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, sending CDC employees scrambling for safety inside the building.
Despite immediate life-saving efforts from fellow officers and paramedics, [Officer’s Last Name] was pronounced dead at [Hospital Name] shortly after arrival. The officer, a [number]-year veteran of the force, was remembered by colleagues as a dedicated public servant and a respected member of the law enforcement community.
“This was a senseless act of violence against a hero who dedicated their life to protecting others,” said [Police Chief/Agency Head Name] at a press conference on Friday. “Releasing this image is a crucial step in our pursuit of justice.”
The released photo shows the suspect wearing [description of clothing], carrying what appears to be a [type of weapon], and moving toward the building’s main entrance. Officials believe the suspect may have fled the scene in a [vehicle description] immediately after the shooting.
Investigators have not yet disclosed the motive behind the attack, but sources indicate they are exploring the possibility of a targeted dispute rather than a random act. The FBI and other federal agencies have joined the investigation given the federal property involved.
In the wake of the shooting, security protocols at the CDC have been heightened, with additional officers stationed at entrances and increased screening procedures for visitors and staff. Employees were sent home for two days while the scene was processed, and counseling services have been made available for those affected.
The fallen officer’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief across the city. A memorial of flowers, candles, and handwritten notes has grown outside the CDC’s main gate, with colleagues, friends, and community members stopping to pay their respects.
The suspect remains at large, and authorities are urging the public to call [tip line number] or submit information through [Crime Stoppers/agency website] if they have any knowledge of his whereabouts. Police have warned that the suspect should be considered armed and extremely dangerous.
“This individual has taken the life of one of our own,” said [Agency Official Name]. “We will not rest until he is found and brought to justice.”
As the investigation intensifies, the released image is now circulating widely on news outlets and social media in hopes that someone will recognize the suspect and provide the lead that could bring closure to a grieving department and community.