Teen Fatality and Injuries Mark 404 Day Festival Shooting at Atlanta’s Piedmont Park

Incident Overview

On Saturday night, gunfire erupted at Atlanta’s Piedmont Park during the annual “404 Day” festival, a celebration of internet culture. Police reports indicate that shots were heard shortly after the event, which had run from midday until about 9 p.m., and the area was quickly secured.

Victims

Authorities confirmed that a 16‑year‑old girl was fatally shot, and a 15‑year‑old girl suffered a shoulder wound. A second woman was reported to have been hit in the head. The teenage victims were among a crowd of hundreds of young people gathered for the festival.

Police Response

Atlanta Police Department deployed a large tactical presence, including helicopters, and blocked park entrances while investigators canvassed the scene. Lt. Christopher Butler briefed reporters after midnight, saying the motive remains unknown and the investigation is ongoing.

Context

“404 Day” marks the error‑code that signals a missing web page, and the festival has become a popular gathering for tech enthusiasts in Midtown. The shooting has cast a shadow over the event and raised concerns about safety at large public gatherings.