One person was killed and at least six others were injured in a shooting at a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California, on Friday evening, the eve of Halloween.
The Fairfield Police Department said officers responded to reports of a shooting around 8:30 p.m. local time at the Spirit Halloween store inside the Solano Town Center shopping mall.
Police confirmed that seven people suffered gunshot wounds, including one who later died from their injuries.
The six surviving victims were taken to local hospitals, with at least three in critical condition, according to police.
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Authorities did not immediately release the identities of the victims.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims of this heartbreaking incident,” police said in a statement.
Police did not immediately provide information about a suspect or suspects, but said detectives were working with witnesses to identify those responsible.
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No arrests had been announced in connection with the shooting.
The incident remains under investigation, police said.
Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Fairfield Police Department at 707-428-7600 or email 1030mall@fairfield.ca.gov.
Suisun City Mayor Alma Hernandez, whose city neighbors Fairfield, also responded to the shooting, expressing concern for the victims and their families.
“Please join us in praying for the victims and their families, and for the officers working to bring the suspect into custody,” Hernandez said.
