Suspects in Florida boardwalk shooting caught on camera
Florida Authorities Hunt for Gunmen After Mass Shooting on Hollywood Boardwalk
Florida police are appealing for help from the public to identify two men who were caught on camera firing guns at a crowded boardwalk. Nine people were shot, including children aged between 1 and 17, while on Hollywood Beach on Monday. Videos show a fight breaking out before a man in yellow hoodie started firing a pistol, while another suspect in a grey hoodie and black pants also fired several gunshots. Playgrounds and basketball courts near the beach were empty on Tuesday and visitors found it empty when visiting the usually vibrant beach.
The victims are in a stable condition, with one undergoing surgery, according to spokeswoman Miranda Grossman. Hollywood Police Department Officials have not disclosed the reason for the fight that led to the shooting, however, local law enforcement sources have disclosed that detectives are investigating if it was gang-related. The city’s Major, Josh Levy, said in a written statement, “It is completely unacceptable that innocent people spending time with family on a holiday weekend have been affected by a shooting altercation between two groups who came into our city with guns and no regard for the safety of the law-abiding public around them.”
The boardwalk is along the Atlantic coast and is a popular destination for tourists and locals who are attracted to the beach and dining. The police have communicated to the public that they believe the two shooters were not residents of the area.
FAQs
What happened in Hollywood last Monday?
Nine people were shot and injured including children ranging in age from 1 to 17. The incident occurred on a crowded boardwalk and was apparently caused by a fight between two groups.
Who are the police looking for?
Officials have appealed to the public for help to identify two men who were caught on camera firing guns.
What is the local community saying about the shooting?
Local business owners are blaming out-of-town visitors, saying that the Memorial Day weekend attracts massive crowds from beyond the neighbourhood. Some are worried that the shooting will bad for business in the long run.
Are there any leads on why the shooting occurred?
The Hollywood Police Department officials have not released a statement about the reason for the fight that led to the shooting, but detectives are investigating a gang angle.
Camera captures suspects in shooting at Florida boardwalk.
Florida police are pleading with the public to help them identify two gunmen who were seen on camera firing shots amid chaos that erupted on a crowded boardwalk in Hollywood, Florida on Monday night. The shooting left nine people wounded, including several children aged between one and 17 years old, who were among the bystanders hit by the bullets. Eight of the injured victims are now in stable condition with one person still in surgery, according to the police. Footage of the incident shows a scuffle breaking out on the popular attraction before one shooter clad in a yellow hoodie opens fire, followed by another suspect in a gray hoodie and black pants. The city’s mayor, Josh Levy, called the event “completely unacceptable that innocent people spending time with family on a holiday weekend have been affected by a shooting altercation between two groups who came into our city with guns and no regard for the safety of the law-abiding public around them.” While the authorities have not yet revealed what sparked the initial fight, some detectives hinted at a possible gang angle. Various photos of the incident have circulated on social media, some of which show bloodied revelers splayed out on the boardwalk as passersby rushed to their aid. The scene of the mass shooting is roughly 11 miles south of Fort Lauderdale and 20 miles north of Miami.