NEW YORK: Nine people were killed in a shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania, while the suspected gunman was also found dead, according to reports citing US authorities.
The shooting occurred at night, officials said. Preliminary investigations indicated that all the fatalities had occurred before police officers arrived at the scene.
Police officials said the suspected gunman apparently died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah described the incident as an extraordinary loss of life and a devastating event for the city.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro expressed his condolences over the incident and said he had contacted the mayor of Erie. He also offered the state government’s full support in responding to the tragedy.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident. Details regarding the motive behind the shooting and the identities of the victims had not been disclosed in the information provided.