MOSCOW, (Sputnik) — Three people have been detained for questioning in connection to the shootings, according to authorities.
Two of the suspects were taken in before 5:30 a.m. local time in Fort Myers, Police Capt. Jim Mulligan said, as cited by the WINK news outlet.
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According to the police, quoted by the WINK News broadcaster, the shooting took place early in the morning on Monday. The victims have not been identified as yet.
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Witnesses reportedly heard some 30 gunshots from more than one gun. People were 'dodging bullets and running and dropping between cars' to get to safety.
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The level of injuries to victims range from minor to life-threatening, according to Capt. Jim Mulligan of the Fort Myers Police Department. Two of those injured have reportedly been put in intensive care, with one person in a critical condition.
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