Key takeaways:
- At least eight people were injured in a shooting at Ilous Ellis Park in Fort Pierce, Florida on Monday.
- The shooting occurred as a result of a disagreement between two parties, and four additional people were injured as they fled the scene.
- The shooting serves as a reminder of the dangers of gun violence and the need for stricter gun control laws.
At least eight people were injured in a shooting at Ilous Ellis Park in Fort Pierce, Florida on Monday, during a Martin Luther King Jr. Day car show and family fun day. The St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office said the event was attended by more than 1,000 people.
St. Lucie County Chief Deputy Brian Hester said the shooting occurred at 5:20 p.m. and was the result of a disagreement between two parties. Four additional people were injured as they fled the scene.
All of the victims were adults, according to the Sheriff’s Office. One of the victims is in critical condition, while the other seven sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
WPTV reported that the shooting was preceded by an argument between two people. The St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to investigate the incident.
The shooting serves as a reminder of the dangers of gun violence and the need for stricter gun control laws. It is a tragedy that such a violent incident occurred during a holiday event meant to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and bring people together.
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