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Tragic CDC Shooting Linked to Mental Health Crisis

8/19/2025

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Story summary

On August 8, 2025, Patrick White, 30, fatally shot Officer David Rose at the CDC in Atlanta before committing suicide.
Prior to the incident, Patrick called his father, Ken White, indicating intentions to shoot.
Patrick had a history of mental health issues but only received medication, lacking therapy.
The family attributes his actions to misinformation about the Covid-19 vaccine.
Limited mental health resources often force families to involve law enforcement during crises.

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Story summary

On August 8, 2025, Patrick White, 30, fatally shot Officer David Rose at the CDC in Atlanta before committing suicide.
Prior to the incident, Patrick called his father, Ken White, indicating intentions to shoot.
Patrick had a history of mental health issues but only received medication, lacking therapy.
The family attributes his actions to misinformation about the Covid-19 vaccine.
Limited mental health resources often force families to involve law enforcement during crises.