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NEW DELHI: A deadly gunfight erupted at a bar in Doral, Florida, leaving two individuals dead and seven others injured. The incident took place in the early hours of Saturday at the Martini Bar in CityPlace Doral. According to Miami-Dade police detective Alvaro Zabaleta, a dispute among customers escalated, leading to a tragic turn of events.
When a security guard tried to intervene, a man, whose identity remains undisclosed, pulled out a gun and fatally shot the guard.In response, two Doral police officers, who were present for security purposes, exchanged gunfire with the assailant, resulting in the shooter’s death.
One of the officers, a four-year veteran, sustained a gunshot wound to the thigh but managed to apply a tourniquet to himself, showcasing the effectiveness of the officers’ training. Six bystanders, comprising four men and two women, were also injured in the crossfire.
The injured officer has been discharged from the hospital, while the six bystanders remain hospitalized, with two in critical condition.
Witnesses described a terrifying scene, with one resident recounting hearing a series of rapid gunshots in the early hours of the morning. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with authorities yet to determine the motive behind the altercation.
The Florida department of law enforcement is handling the probe into the shootings, while Miami-Dade police are focused on the fatalities. The identities of the gunman and the slain security guard have not been disclosed.
Law enforcement officials are actively interviewing witnesses at the scene, with parts of the mall cordoned off for evidence collection. Mall management has implemented additional security measures and announced the reopening of part of the development.
The bar’s owners have pledged full cooperation with the authorities and are conducting their own internal investigation. In a statement, they expressed solidarity with the community in the wake of the tragedy, emphasizing their commitment to support those affected by the incident.
When a security guard tried to intervene, a man, whose identity remains undisclosed, pulled out a gun and fatally shot the guard.In response, two Doral police officers, who were present for security purposes, exchanged gunfire with the assailant, resulting in the shooter’s death.
One of the officers, a four-year veteran, sustained a gunshot wound to the thigh but managed to apply a tourniquet to himself, showcasing the effectiveness of the officers’ training. Six bystanders, comprising four men and two women, were also injured in the crossfire.
The injured officer has been discharged from the hospital, while the six bystanders remain hospitalized, with two in critical condition.
Witnesses described a terrifying scene, with one resident recounting hearing a series of rapid gunshots in the early hours of the morning. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with authorities yet to determine the motive behind the altercation.
The Florida department of law enforcement is handling the probe into the shootings, while Miami-Dade police are focused on the fatalities. The identities of the gunman and the slain security guard have not been disclosed.
Law enforcement officials are actively interviewing witnesses at the scene, with parts of the mall cordoned off for evidence collection. Mall management has implemented additional security measures and announced the reopening of part of the development.
The bar’s owners have pledged full cooperation with the authorities and are conducting their own internal investigation. In a statement, they expressed solidarity with the community in the wake of the tragedy, emphasizing their commitment to support those affected by the incident.
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