Dunwoody apartments 'gas explosion' – 'Several people injured and trapped' after blast in Atlanta complex

AN apartment complex in Dunwoody, Georgia, collapsed after a gas line allegedly exploded, reportedly injuring three people.

Emergency personnel responded to the chaotic scene after the explosion at around 1:30pm that left rubble and loose rock strewn across the parking lot.

The scene took place at the Arrive Perimeter apartments building in Dunwoody, a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia.

Three people have been injured, and others were allegedly trapped inside of the building.

Police are investigating the source of the explosion.

Read our Dunwoody apartments "explosion" live blog below for the latest news and updates…

  • Jon Rogers

    PEOPLE 'TRAPPED INSIDE'

    People are "trapped inside" the collapsed Atlanta apartment complex, according to reports.

    The extent of the damage and the number of victims is currently unknown.

    Police said the scene is active and the situation is ongoing. 

  • Jon Rogers

    WHAT TIME WAS THE EXPLOSION?

    Dunwoody Police announced via Twitter: "At 1:24pm, we received calls regarding an explosion at the Arrive Apartments.

    "We are on scene with the Dekalb Co. and Sandy Springs Fire Dept. This is a very active scene and the cause of the explosion is under investigation."

    Police are investigating the source of the explosion.

    Reports suggest the collapse was due to a gas leak
  • Jon Rogers

    'GAS EXPLOSION' THOUGHT TO BE THE CAUSE OF THE BLAST

    Officer Robert Parsons said officers entering the building found a "strong odor of gas."

    Police are investigating the source of the explosion.

    Roads around the building, which is located in Dunwoody on Asbury Square, have been closed down.

  • Jon Rogers

    AT LEAST THREE PEOPLE INJURED

    At least three people have been injured in a suspected gas explosion which demolished an apartment complex in Atlanta.

    Three people have been injured, and others were trapped inside of the building.

    Officer Robert Parsons told Fox News that one person had been taken to the hospital with "severe burns."

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