Two people were killed and four others were reported injured after a gunfire erupted in a house during an ongoing party early Saturday morning in Washington‘s Tacoma, according to authorities.
The Pierce County sheriff’s department reported that a male juvenile had been taken into custody in connection with the shooting, however, his exact age was not disclosed.
The chaos unfolded just before 12.30 am when deputies received multiple calls about a large gathering spiraling out of control.
Witnesses described 30 to 40 young people running and screaming in the street as a fight broke out. Before law enforcement could arrive, gunshots rang out, prompting partygoers and vehicles to flee the scene.
Deputies attempted lifesaving measures on one male victim at the site, but he succumbed to his injuries. Five others managed to get to local hospitals on their own, where authorities later confirmed that another male had died from his wounds. The remaining four victims sustained serious injuries but are expected to recover, according to officials.
Those shot ranged in age from 16 to 21. Nearby homes and vehicles were also struck by bullets, but no additional injuries were reported following welfare checks in the area. Investigators recovered two weapons from the scene as they continue their probe into the incident.
