Dozens of officers descended on a home on Myrtle Lee Court in Riverdale on Friday night, tightening a wide police perimeter around the cul-de-sac. Channel 2 Action News crews at the scene counted the law enforcement presence and reported a heavy, multi-agency response.
Scene and official response
Riverdale officers and Clayton County sheriff’s deputies surrounded the residence, and Riverdale police confirmed that there was an incident in the area but declined to elaborate, according to WSB-TV. As of Friday night, authorities had not said whether anyone had been hurt or whether anyone was still inside the home.
What police said
In a statement to WSB-TV, Riverdale police said, "Our team is actively working to assess and resolve the issue as quickly and safely as possible. At this time, our priority is the safety of those involved and restoring normal conditions." The department did not release additional operational details Friday night, keeping the specifics of the response under wraps.
Context for neighbors
The sizeable, multi-agency turnout follows a run of high-profile enforcement actions in and around Riverdale in recent weeks. Earlier this month, local reporting documented a pursuit and arrests that ended in the city, including suspected fugitives nabbed in Riverdale after a police chase involving Riverdale officers and county units.
How to contact police
Officials are asking anyone with information about Friday night’s incident to contact the Riverdale Police Department. The department’s website lists a non-emergency line at (770) 477-3550 and advises residents to call 911 for emergencies. As of Friday night, police had not provided any further public updates on the situation at Myrtle Lee Court.
