Law enforcement authorities said there were « multiple fatalities » following a Monday morning shooting in an industrial area near Orlando.
ORLANDO, Fla. — Law enforcement authorities said there were « multiple fatalities » following a Monday morning shooting in an industrial area near Orlando.
On its officials Twitter account Monday morning, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said the « situation » has been contained. They said Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings will make a statement « as soon as info is accurate. »
The sheriff’s office reported the situation is « contained, » meaning there is no longer an active shooter. The shooting was reported about 8 a.m. Monday.
Authorities closed the road near the scene and have urged motorists to « use caution. » A media staging area has been set up near the scene.
Local news outlets reported that several Orange County Fire and Rescue vehicles were seen leaving the scene. A large police presence remains.
No further details were immediately available.
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The story has been edited to correct spelling of last name of sheriff to Demings, not Demmings.
