Two people have died and another 20-25 people have been injured following a mass shooting in south Florida.

Per the Associated Press, gunfire erupted at the El Mula Banquet Hall in northwest Miami-Dade County, near Hialeah in the early hours of Sunday (May 30).

Police have told reporters that three individuals got out of an SUV between 12:00 AM and 01:00 AM, and opened fire on the crowd outside of the hall.

Miami-Dade police director Alfredo 'Freddy' Ramirez III has since described the shooting as a "cowardly act of gun violence".

Writing on Twitter, Ramirez said: "I am at the scene of another targeted and cowardly act of gun violence, where over 20 victims were shot and 2 have sadly died.

"These are cold blooded murderers that shot indiscriminately into a crowd and we will seek justice. My deepest condolences to the family of the victims."

Police believe the shooting was a targeted incident and no arrests have been made as of this writing.

The two people that lost their lives died at the scene, with an estimated 20-25 individuals being transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.

The Miami-Dade Police Department is now asking anybody with information on the incident to contact authorities.

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A Saturday night in downtown Austin turned into a tragedy in the early hours of Sunday morning when a gunman opened fire inside a packed bar, leaving three people dead and 14 others injured.

The shooting unfolded just before 2:00AM at Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden, located near the University of Texas-Austin, as hundreds of young revelers filled the venue, per the New York Post.

Authorities have confirmed that the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is now involved in the investigation, signaling that officials are examining whether the motive could be linked to terrorism.

Police say the response was almost immediate. Within 57 seconds of receiving reports of a male suspect firing shots, three officers who were already patrolling the entertainment district arrived on scene.

Mass shooting at Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden under federal investigation

According to officials speaking at a press conference, officers rushed toward the chaos after hearing reports of gunfire near East 6th Street. Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis described the critical moments officers encountered upon arrival.

“Officers immediately transitioned, came over East 6th to West 6th Street and were faced with the individual with a gun,” Davis said.

The officers confronted the suspect and “returned fire,” killing the unidentified gunman at the scene.

The Austin-American Statesman reported that the suspect entered the bar armed with both a handgun and an assault rifle. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the shooter or any of the victims.

Three people were pronounced dead at the scene.

Victims rushed to hospital as critical injuries confirmed

First responders arrived in under a minute to assist victims. Fourteen people were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Of those injured, three are currently listed in critical condition, officials confirmed.

The conditions of the remaining 11 wounded victims have not been announced.

Officials emphasized that more details will be shared as the investigation develops throughout the day. Federal agents are working alongside local law enforcement as part of the ongoing probe.

“This is a situation that we are going to be talking about probably all day,” Davis added.

Packed dance floor moments before gunfire erupted

Just hours before the violence broke out, the popular nightlife spot appeared to be buzzing with energy.

Videos shared to the bar’s Instagram story showed a jam-packed crowd of young people drinking and dancing to a DJ.

In the clips, the crowd could be seen singing along to Miley Cyrus’ 'Party in the USA' and Kelly Clarkson’s 'Since You Been Gone' while a smoke machine filled the space.

Moments before shots rang out, partygoers were enjoying live music on a tightly packed dance floor, according to footage posted on the beer garden’s social media.

Buford’s, a large nightlife venue that can hold up to 700 people, features a stage along with basketball, skeeball and video games.

On weekends, the bar operates between 12PM and 2:00AM It was preparing to close for the night when the shooting began.

Austin mayor praises rapid police response

City leaders addressed the tragedy as the investigation moved forward.

“Our hearts go out to the people that are victims of this and I want to reiterate my thanks to our public safety officers and officials that so rapidly were on the scene, they definitely saved lives,” Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said.

At this stage, authorities have not revealed a motive behind the attack. The involvement of the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force suggests investigators are carefully examining all possibilities.

Officials reiterated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.

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Police in Colorado have confirmed that at least five people have died following a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorada Springs.

As reported by CNN, Colorado Springs Police Luitenent Pamela Castro confirmed that five people have lost their lives and a further 18 injured after gunfire broke out at Club Q on Saturday night.

First responders were dispatched to the scene after 9-1-1 calls came in at 11:57PM on November 19.

Colorado Springs Fire Captain Mike Smaldino confirmed that 11 ambulances were required at the scene.

Officials from the FBI were also present.

Castro told reporters: "They did locate one individual who we believe to be the suspect inside. At this point in time, the suspect is being treated, but is in custody."

No comment has been given regarding how the shooting subsided, but Castro did say that the incident was "not an officer-involved shooting".

Additionally, police have provided no motive for the attack.

In the last few hours, representatives for Club Q have taken to the nightclub's Facebook page to share the following message: "Club Q is devastated by the senseless attack on our community.

"Our prays and thoughts are with all the victims and their families and friends. We thank the quick reactions of heroic customers that subdued the gunman and ended this hate attack."

On Google, the establishment describes itself as an "adult-oriented gay and lesbian nightclub hosting theme nights such as karaoke, drag shows, and DJs."

Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee has responded to the shooting on Twitter, writing: "Sickened and horrified by the shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs.

"The LGBTQ+ community is once again the target of the most terrible violence.

"And devastating attacks like these will only become more common if we don’t fight back. It must stop."

Several outlets, such as CNN and Reuters, are drawing comparisons to the 2016 shooting at gay nightclub in Florida. In what was the worst mass shooting in US history at the time, 49 people lost their lives after a gunman opened fire at an LGBTQ+ nightclub in Orlando.

Our thoughts go out to all of those affected by this tragedy.

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Three high school seniors from Massachusetts were killed in a devastating car crash during a spring break trip to Florida.Three high school students were tragically killed after a devastating car crash. Credit: Florida Highway PatrolThe students - all 18 years old and seniors at Concord-Carlisle High School - were traveling on Highway 98 near Panama City around 9:28PM on Monday (April 21) when their SUV collided with a tractor-trailer that was making a U-turn.The impact of the crash sent the vehicle across the median and into a wooded area on the opposite side of the highway.Two of the students, Jimmy McIntosh and Hannah Wasserman, were pronounced dead at the scene. A third, Maisey O’Donnell, tragically died later at Bay Medical Center, and a fourth, whose name has not been released, remains in critical condition.Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Superintendent Laurie Hunter confirmed the horrific tragedy in a statement.“We are very appreciative of the outpouring of love during what is absolutely heartbreaking,” Hunter said, per The New York Post. “We also appreciate the wish to feel purposeful and not helpless.""At this time, it is most appropriate that no action be taken to honor the students without the full consent of the families and appropriate support for so many young people facing unfathomable loss," Hunter added.McIntosh, from Carlisle, was driving at the time of the collision and was wearing his seatbelt.Authorities are still investigating whether the other three students were restrained. The 19-year-old driver of the tractor-trailer and their passenger were not injured.According to reports, O’Donnell was a standout athlete and a two-time Massachusetts state diving champion. She had plans to attend Williams College and was regarded as one of the top divers in the country.Her coach, Joe Chirico, spoke about the tragic loss with WCVB and described his student as an inspiration to younger athletes.“It’s a tragedy,” he said. “The little kids looked up to her, the other divers looked up to her. It’s a tragedy that somebody at the top of their game, going to the best academic school, one of the best divers in the nation, was cut so short.”O’Donnell had an impressive resume, earning MVP and First Team honors across state, area, region, county, and conference levels in 2023 while competing for Concord-Carlisle High School, per NCSA Sports.Hannah Wasserman was pronounced dead at the scene. Credit: GoFundMeWasserman was remembered by friends and family as a compassionate and thoughtful young woman.A GoFundMe has been launched to assist her parents with funeral and memorial expenses. “Hannah was truly one of a kind: warm-hearted, kind, and always looking out for others,” fundraiser organizer Rex Riessen wrote.“She had a way of making everyone feel seen, heard, and loved. Whether it was a friend in need, a classmate having a rough day, or a stranger who needed a smile, Hannah showed up with compassion and care," they added.The crash remains under investigation by Florida authorities.Concord-Carlisle High School, located about 25 miles outside Boston, is offering support to students and staff as the community grapples with the unimaginable loss.Our thoughts go out to everyone affected by this tragedy.Featured image credit: Jeremy Hogan / Getty

Seven people have been left dead in a mass shooting incident in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

According to an official press release from the Colorado Springs Police Department, on Sunday, May 9, cops responded to reports of a shooting at a birthday party at Canterbury Mobile Home Park at approximately 12:18AM.

By the time they arrived at the scene, six people, including the gunman himself, were dead, while one other was seriously wounded. This individual later died shortly after being hospitalized.

Take a look at this news report on the incident in the video below:

Police believe the gunman was an ex-boyfriend of one of the female victims attending the party. He drove to the residence, walked inside, and opened fire, before taking his own life.

He was known by numerous people at the event, although police investigators have not yet divulged the identities of the victims in question.

In a later interview with The Denver Post, witness Yenifer Reyes told the publication that she awoke to the sounds of what she assumed was "a thunderstorm" before hearing sirens and seeing her neighbors crying hysterically.

Commenting on the incident in an official statement, CSPD Chief Vince Niski stated: "Words fall short to describe the tragedy that took place this morning.

"As the chief of police, as a husband, as a father, as a grandfather, as a member of this community, my heart breaks for the families who have lost someone they love and for the children who have lost their parents.

"From the officers who responded to the shooting to the investigators still on scene, we are all left incredibly shaken. This is something you hope never happens in your own community, in the place that you call home."

Niski continued: "When these types of unspeakable acts happen, there is nothing that can be done to fully rebuild what was lost or replace those who are no longer with us.

"My vow to this community and to the families who have lost someone today is that this department will do everything we can to find you the answers you deserve and be here for you with unwavering support.”

Meanwhile, Colorado Governor Jared Polis commented on the situation in a statement made on Twitter; tweeting to his 115,000 followers:

"The tragic shooting in Colorado Springs is devastating, especially as many of us are spending the day celebrating the women in our lives who have made us the people we are today.

"Multiple lives were taken today by this terrible act of violence. Families torn apart, and at a birthday party no less. My deepest condolences and prayers are with the victims, their families, and everyone else impacted by this tragedy."

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