A tragic incident of mass shooting involving multiple assailants has resulted in the deaths of four individuals and the injury of several others in the state of Alabama, USA. The horrifying incident took place in the Five Points South district of Birmingham shortly after 11:00 p.m. as confirmed by police officer Truman Fitzgerald.
Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered two adult males and one adult female who had succumbed to gunshot wounds. Another victim was pronounced dead at a local hospital, bringing the total death toll to four. Additionally, numerous individuals sustained injuries, with some in critical condition.
Authorities are currently seeking information from the public as no suspects have been apprehended yet. The investigation is being conducted by multiple agencies including the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Emergency services were quick to respond to the scene and have secured the area for further investigation. This tragic incident adds to the alarming statistics of mass shootings in the United States, with over 400 such incidents recorded this year alone, resulting in thousands of deaths due to gun violence.
The authorities urge anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the investigation process.
Published – September 22, 2024 01:39 pm IST
