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Police seen outside Club Q, the site of a mass shooting in Colorado Springs
A mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs, US, has left five people dead and 18 injured.
The attack happened at Club Q in Colorado Springs in the early hours of Sunday morning (local time).
Club Q advertises itself as an “adult-oriented gay & lesbian nightclub hosting theme nights such as karaoke, drag shows & DJs”.
Videos shared on social media show a huge police and emergency response, with ambulances lining the streets outside the club.
Local police found one individual believed to be the suspect inside, CNN reported.
“At this point in time, the suspect is being treated, but is in custody,” Colorado Springs police lieutenant Pamela Castro told media.
Police declined to speak about a possible motive. Colorado Springs fire captain Mike Smaldino said 11 ambulances responded to the scene after multiple 911 calls were received.
In a statement on social media, Club Q said it was “devastated by the senseless attack on our community”.
“Our prayers 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.”
The attack happened on Transgender Day of Remembrance, observed annually on November 20.
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