At least 15 people were wounded in a shooting at a Miami nightclub, including several minors, police said.
Five girls ranging in ages from 11 to 17 were hit by gunfire during the pre-dawn incident on Sunday at The Spot, Miami Fire Rescue Capt. Ignatius Carroll said, The Associated Press reported.
“What was very surprising to the responders was that these were kids that were out at 1 o’clock in the morning in a club, and this type of violence took place where a bunch of kids were gathering,” Capt. Carroll said, AP reported. “It’s very disturbing to see that.”
Investigators were interviewing the owner about the presence of the underage children, said police spokeswoman Frederica Burden, AP reported.
“Was it a private party? Was it open to the public? That’s what we’re trying to figure out,” she said, adding that she’s worked in the neighborhood for years but never heard of The Spot.
Of the 15 who were reportedly injured, one remains in critical condition.
The shooting sent patrons fleeing into the streets.
Some people were running, “people were screaming, people were saying they were shot,” Capt. Carroll said, AP reported.
So far, police haven’t made any arrests or announced any suspects.
• Cheryl K. Chumley can be reached at cchumley@washingtontimes.com.
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