Downtown Atlanta roads reopen after SWAT activity
ATLANTA - Peachtree Street NE was closed for several hours on Thursday between Porter Place and Ralph McGill Boulevard because of police activity.
Atlanta police say that someone was threatening to hurt themselves at 355 Peachtree Street NE.
Negotiators and SWAT were called in to assist after a report a woman had threatened self-harm.
The SWAT team was able to secure a search warrant, enter the complex, and take the woman into custody.
Police say she suffered a self-inflicted non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to an area hospital for evaluation and treatment.
If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text HOME to 741-741 (Crisis Text Line). As of July 2022, those searching for help can also call 988 to be relayed to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
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If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text HOME to 741-741 (Crisis Text Line). As of July 2022, those searching for help can also call 988 to be relayed to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
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