During Halloween festivities in Tampa, Florida, a violent altercation resulted in the tragic deaths of at least two individuals and left 18 others injured. The incident unfolded in the early hours of Sunday, as a dispute erupted between two groups amidst a large crowd of partygoers.
The shooting occurred shortly before 3 a.m. in the lively Ybor City neighborhood, in the 1600 block of East 7th Avenue. Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw shared details of the incident with reporters at the scene, describing it as a disturbance or altercation between two groups. Unfortunately, this dispute involving the two groups impacted numerous innocent bystanders who were present at the scene.
Video footage shared online captured the moment when gunfire rang out, causing panic among people dressed in Halloween costumes who were socializing on the street. In the chaos that followed, some individuals sought refuge behind metal tables, while others fled in fear. Subsequent video recordings showed law enforcement officers providing assistance to several injured individuals lying on the ground.
As of now, no information regarding the condition of the 18 individuals who were hospitalized due to injuries has been released.
Tampa Police Chief Bercaw reported that one suspect, identified only as a male, surrendered to the police. Authorities are also investigating the possible involvement of a second shooter.
The circumstances that precipitated the confrontation are currently the subject of ongoing investigation. Authorities have urged anyone with information or video footage related to the incident to contact the Tampa police at 813-231-6130.
