Hollywood, Florida, Police Chief Chris O’Brien blasted what he called a “group of criminals” following shots being fired and nine people left injured Monday night around 7 p.m.
The Associated Press reported the shooting victims “included six adults and three children.” All of the shooting victims are expected to survive.
A police spokesperson said several of the victims were taken to a children’s hospital.
CBS News noted that the incident began as “an altercation began two groups,” and then shots were fired.
The AP pointed out there was a fight, after which “at least one gun was pulled.” One arrest has been made but police are seeking other suspects.
Chief O’Brien said, “It’s unfortunate we have law-abiding citizens who come to our beaches and that gets interrupted by a group of criminals.”
Witness David Van Dyck said, “Heard several gunshots, seen a crowd of people running through here and then we heard three more shots down the street.”
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