As a result of fire in the municipal complex Public Works in Virginia beach (Virginia) killed 11 people. At least 6 injured — the severity of their injuries is unknown.
Megan Benton, working in the building where the incident occurred, told Channel 13 News that has barricaded himself in the office along with 20 colleagues, heard the gunshots.
“I don’t know why someone would do something like this, says Benton — No idea what would come to mind that this person just went inside and started shooting.”
A viewer shared this picture of a @VBPD officer with his hand on the shoulder of a man with a bloodied shirt at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center. #hrva pic.twitter.com/8HIki3UJ94
— 13News Now (@13NewsNow) May 31, 2019
“Affected friends, neighbors, people who work for Virginia beach. — commented on the incident city Council member Michael Berlucchi. Is a terrible and senseless tragedy.”
According to police, the gunman acted alone. Although it was initially alleged that he was detained, the head of the police Department, James Cervera denied this information, saying that the shooter killed. His identity and motives have not been disclosed, but we know that he worked in the complex.
BREAKING PHOTOS: Employees seen outside of Virginia Beach Municipal Center after shooting; multiple victims reported (WAVY-TV) pic.twitter.com/1yE0aHdoQn
— Breaking News LIVE (@NewsBreaking) May 31, 2019
This material is updated
