Children among nine killed in U.S. by Perry Street mass shooter
At least nine people, including two children, were killed as a shooter opened fire on Perry Street in Erie, Pennsylvania, on Friday.
Erie authorities confirmed the shooting happened on Perry Street in a statement, adding that the shooter is also dead.
“Tonight, a terrible tragedy occurred near 7th and Perry Streets in Erie, resulting in multiple deaths,” the statement said.
It added, “The shooter is deceased, and there is no ongoing threat or danger to the public at this time.”
Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah described the shooting as tragic, adding, “There are no words that can adequately express the magnitude of the loss of life here. Out of respect for the victims and their loved ones, I will not discuss the specific details of what our officers encountered today.”
The police chief added, “Our investigators are working diligently as we speak to establish the full circumstances of what occurred.
“We will not speculate about a motive or any information that could compromise this investigation.”
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