A mass shooting at Florida’s Hollywood Beach on Memorial Day resulted in at least nine people, including three minors, being injured.
The incident occurred around 6:30pm ET in the area of the 1200 block of N Broadwalk, U.S., on Monday, May 29.
Among those injured, there were six adults and three children, as stated by Yanet Obarrio Sanchez, a spokesperson for Memorial Healthcare System.
The victims are in stable condition and are currently receiving treatment at the hospital.
According to Ms. Sanchez, the situation is fluid, and “a couple of minors” were among the wounded.
The Hollywood Florida Police Department reported that the incident began with an altercation between two groups, resulting in gunfire.
One suspect has been detained by the police, while they continue to search for another individual described as a Black man with dreadlocks, wearing a black short-sleeve shirt, and camouflage shorts.
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The Hollywood Florida Police Department advised people to avoid the area near Johnson to Garfield Streets and the Broadwalk due to the ongoing shooting investigation. They also set up a reunification area at Johnson St and N Ocean bus loop for families seeking to reunite.
The sound of gunfire caused panic among beachgoers, especially on a day with increased crowds due to the Memorial Day holiday.
CCTV footage captured the chaotic scene as numerous people fled in fear from the sound of gunshots.
