Reports from Moscow say two to five gunmen attacked a concert hall outside the capital. A fire broke out after the attack. According to Tass news agency, some people remain trapped in the building.
Russian news agencies report at least three gunmen have killed at least 40 people and injured over 100 at a concert venue on the outskirts of Moscow Friday. A fire has broken out on the premises, endangering more lives, with flames visible from miles away. The whereabouts of the gunmen remains unknown.
Concertgoers had gathered at Moscow’s Crocus City Hall venue to see the veteran Russian rock band Picnic when several armed gunmen in military fatigues entered the premises.
Witness videos on social media show at least three attackers firing at bystanders as they attempted to hide.
