Mother’s Day weekend shootings across country, dead in Mother’s Day weekend shootings.
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Over the weekend, a series of tragic shootings resulted in the deaths of at least seven individuals across the United States, with incidents reported in Georgia, Florida, and Ohio.
Atlanta Nightclub Shooting
In Atlanta, a shooting at the Elleven45 Lounge on Peachtree Rd. NW early Sunday morning left two people dead and four others injured. The Atlanta Police Department responded to the scene at 2:28 a.m. and discovered the victims. Two of the injured individuals were rushed to a nearby hospital and are expected to survive. The authorities believe the shooting stemmed from a physical altercation that escalated into gunfire. At present, no suspects are in custody, and the case remains under investigation.
Tallahassee Tragedy
In Tallahassee, Florida, a separate shooting incident at 1147 Apalachee Parkway claimed the lives of two men. Additional victims were found with gunshot wounds and were transported to a local hospital, although their conditions are unknown. The Tallahassee Police Department has called for witnesses to come forward to assist in the investigation.
Tampa Parking Lot Shooting
In another shooting in a Tampa parking lot on S. Howard Avenue, three men sustained gunshot wounds. Two of the victims, identified as Kenneth Washington and Kevon Christmas, tragically lost their lives. The third man is currently receiving medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. The Tampa Police Department revealed that the individuals involved were acquainted with each other and had a prior dispute that escalated into violence.
Tragic Loss in Euclid
In Euclid, Ohio, a police officer, Jacob Derbin, was fatally shot in an ambush following a disturbance call on E. 211th Street. The suspect, Deshawn Anthony Vaughn, remains at large. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost expressed determination in bringing the perpetrator to justice, especially poignant on Mother’s Day weekend.
These incidents highlight the ongoing issue of gun violence in the United States and the devastating impact it has on communities. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in resolving these cases and bringing closure to the affected families.
This updated report on the Mother’s Day weekend shootings originally appeared on NBCNews.com.
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Mother’s Day weekend shootings across country.
