A peaceful evening turned tragic on Friday when a mass shooting erupted at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The Las Cruces Police Department reported that there are “multiple gunshot victims” following the incident, as stated in a Facebook post.
Most of the victims were rushed to local hospitals, while some were transported to the University Medical Center of El Paso. The exact number of victims and the extent of their injuries remain unknown as police continue their investigation.
Local media outlets have reported varying accounts of the casualties. KFOX, a regional TV channel, noted that at least one person was killed in the shooting. Earlier, KVIA TV reported that four individuals were injured.
The police are actively working to identify the suspect or suspects involved in the case. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation as the community grapples with this shocking event.
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Police report multiple victims in shooting in Las Cruces, U.S.
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