Decatur, Georgia – A shooting incident occurred at Pin Ups, a strip club located in the Scottdale area of Decatur in the early hours of Sunday morning. According to DeKalb County police, multiple individuals were shot at the club and taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. The police also reported that additional individuals arrived at hospitals independently.
Authorities suspect that two of the individuals being treated at the hospitals are the suspects involved in the shooting. Once they are released, they will be taken into custody. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and the identities of the victims have not been disclosed. The initial three victims found at the club are said to be in stable condition.
This incident marks the second recent shooting at a club in Atlanta within a few weeks. During Mother’s Day, six people were shot at Elleven45 Lounge in the Buckhead area. A local advocate for gun violence survivors, Aaliyah Strong, emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety in business establishments. She founded an organization, Tyme to Thrive Beyond Grief, following the loss of her fiance in a similar tragic incident.
Despite the shooting, Pin Ups Atlanta announced that they would remain open for business on Sunday night. The situation is still evolving, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Authorities urge anyone with additional information or evidence related to the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation.