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6 dead, several injured in shooting in California

April 03, 2022 21:39 IST

As many as six people died and at least nine were injured in a shooting incident in Sacramento in California, said a media report citing Sacramento police.

According to the police, the incident took place early Sunday (local time) morning, reported The Washington Post.

 

'Officers located at least 15 shooting victims, including 6 who are deceased,' Sacramento police tweeted.

The media outlet cited a video posted on Twitter that showed people running through the street as the sound of rapid gunfire could be heard in the background.

The video also showed multiple ambulances sent to the scene.

The investigation in the matter is underway as the police informed that a 'large police presence will remain and the scene remains active'.

Source: ANI