20 Sep 2024 | 11:47 PM UTC
US: Police confirm shooting leaves at least two people dead on 300 block of North Ocean Boulevard in Boca Raton, Fla., Sept. 20 /update 1
Shooting kills at least two people on 300 block of North Ocean Boulevard in Boca Raton, Fla., US, Sept. 20; road closure reported.
Police have confirmed that a shooting killed at least two people on the 300 block of North Ocean Boulevard in Boca Raton, Florida, on Sept. 20. A third person was transferred to a local hospital in connection with the incident. Authorities have asserted that the shooting was related to an unspecified "disturbance." Officials have closed North Ocean Boulevard from its intersection with East Palmetto Park Road to the vicinity of 800 North Ocean Boulevard until further notice. Police did not immediately comment on the status of any suspects, including if they had taken any into custody.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business will likely affect the vicinity of the shooting site into at least late Sept. 20.
Avoid the scene of the shooting until authorities give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and lingering disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
