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Several people shot during Martin Luther King Day event in Florida: Reports

The shooting occurred at Ilous Ellis Park in Fort Pierce. One of the victims was critically injured and four others were wounded while attempting to leave the area.

Anadolu Agency AMERICAS
Published January 17,2023
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At least 8 people were shot during a Martin Luther King event in Florida Monday to commemorate civil rights champion Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the US state of Florida, according to media reports.

The shooting occurred at Ilous Ellis Park in Fort Pierce.

One of the victims was critically injured and four others were wounded while attempting to leave the area.

Authorities said that more than 1,000 people were attending the event.