FLOYD COUNTY, Ga. — Floyd County Schools have increased security as police continue to look for a shooting suspect Monday.
Floyd County police officials said the shooting occurred Sunday afternoon at home on Brewer Road.
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Officials asked the public to help look for Eric Virta, a man they identified as a suspect in the incident.
Police added that schools would not have lockdowns while officers continued their search for Virta, but would have increased security.
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Virta is heavily tattooed on his body and face. He was last seen wearing a red shirt and blue jeans and was carrying a rifle. No injuries were reported from the incident.
Police have not provided details about what happened during the shooting.
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Authorities said that while Virta isn’t considered an active threat, the community should continue to heighten awareness.
Anyone with information regarding Virta’s whereabouts is asked to call 911.
Channel 2 Action News reached out to Floyd County Schools for a comment but has not received a response.
Police did not provide a photo of Virta.
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