A shooting in a downtown market has left several people injured this afternoon, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
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The facts
UPDATE AT 15:30: A shooting incident occurred at approximately 14:15 at the downtown market, resulting in multiple injuries. Witnesses reported hearing several gunshots, which caused panic among shoppers.
What we know
Who: Multiple victims, some in critical condition.
What: Shooting in a crowded market. When: Today, around 14:15. Where: Central market, downtown area. Why: Motives remain unknown; investigations are ongoing.
Response and eyewitness accounts
Law enforcement arrived quickly at the scene. “We are working to ensure the safety of the community and gather all necessary information,” a police spokesperson stated.
The injured have been transported to local hospitals. Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos and confusion. “I saw people running in all directions; it was terrifying,” said a customer present at the market.
The police have established a security perimeter around the area and urged citizens to avoid the zone as investigations continue.
