A shooting at a party held at an event centre in southwest Oklahoma City early on Saturday morning has left one person dead and 12 others injured, police have confirmed.
The incident occurred around 12:30 am at the private venue, when a verbal altercation between two groups escalated into violence. According to Oklahoma City Police Captain Valerie Littlejohn, the confrontation initially took place inside the centre before spilling into the parking lot, where gunfire erupted, CNN reported. The shooting then continued back inside the venue.
At least one person was pronounced dead at the scene, while the wounded were taken to local hospitals. Police have not yet disclosed the names or ages of the victims, but it is known that at least two are in critical condition.
Authorities are still investigating the cause of the altercation, though they have confirmed that the incident appears to be isolated. Several individuals have been detained for questioning, but no arrests have been made at this time. Investigators are interviewing witnesses to gather more information.
The police have yet to identify any suspects, and it remains unclear how many people were involved in the shooting or how many firearms were used. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
The incident occurred around 12:30 am at the private venue, when a verbal altercation between two groups escalated into violence. According to Oklahoma City Police Captain Valerie Littlejohn, the confrontation initially took place inside the centre before spilling into the parking lot, where gunfire erupted, CNN reported. The shooting then continued back inside the venue.
At least one person was pronounced dead at the scene, while the wounded were taken to local hospitals. Police have not yet disclosed the names or ages of the victims, but it is known that at least two are in critical condition.
Authorities are still investigating the cause of the altercation, though they have confirmed that the incident appears to be isolated. Several individuals have been detained for questioning, but no arrests have been made at this time. Investigators are interviewing witnesses to gather more information.
The police have yet to identify any suspects, and it remains unclear how many people were involved in the shooting or how many firearms were used. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
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