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26 Aug 2018 | 08:32 PM UTC

US: Situation normalized following Jacksonville shooting August 26 /update 2

Officials report that one suspect killed by police after shooting at Jacksonville Landing (Florida) on August 26; at least four people killed, situation contained

Warning

Event

On the early afternoon (local time) of Sunday, August 26, police reported a mass shooting incident in Jacksonville Landing (Florida). According to local sources, a gunman opened fire during a sports video game tournament at the GLHF Game Bar. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office announced at approximately 14:50 (local time) that the suspected shooter was killed by police officers at the scene of the incident. According to local authorities, at least four people were killed in the shooting, with seven more suffering injuries. The area has remains cordoned off by police as of 16:30; transportation disruptions are anticipated in the area in the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals in Jacksonville advised to adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities, to report any suspicious objects or behavior, and to monitor developments to the situation.