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Liam Buckler & Gemma Ryder

Gunman opens fire in hospital as US police search for suspect

Police in Atlanta are searching for a gunman after multiple people were reportedly shot at a hospital in the city.

There is understood to be one person dead and at least three others injured.

Residents have been warned to avoid the area as the suspect remains at large, the Mirror reports.

Atlanta Police said there is an active shooter at Northside Hospital Medical Midtown in the 1100 block of Peachtree Street NW in Midtown Atlanta.

They have released photos which shows the gunman wearing a hoodie and a mask over his face. Multiple emergency crews are at the scene with people being evacuated from the area.

In a statement on Twitter, cops said: "APD is investigating an active shooter in the area of 1110 W Peachtree St NW. Please shelter in place, or stay out of the area.

A close up of the suspect. (Atlanta Police)

"We are working an active shooter situation inside a building on West. Peachtree St, between 12th St and 13th St. We are aware of multiple people injured. No suspect is in custody.

"Anyone in the area is asked to secure their building and shelter in place. Anyone not in the area is asked to stay away."

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