Atlanta, USA — The gunman involved in the recent attack near the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters reportedly targeted the facility due to his belief that the COVID-19 vaccine had made him ill, according to a CNN report.
Authorities say the individual’s actions were motivated by conspiracy theories and misinformation surrounding the vaccine, reflecting ongoing tensions and misinformation related to the pandemic. The incident has raised renewed concerns over security at critical public health institutions and the impact of vaccine misinformation on public safety.
Investigations are ongoing as officials work to understand the full circumstances behind the attack and address broader implications for protecting health agencies.
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