5 dead, 7 wounded in Florida shooting
Posted Jun 5, 2017 09:50:28 AM.
Last Updated Jun 5, 2017 11:08:33 AM.
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ORLANDO, Fla. – Law enforcement authorities said five people have been killed and seven injured following a Monday morning shooting in an industrial area near Orlando.
On its officials Twitter account Monday morning, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said the “situation” has been contained.
The sheriff’s office reported the situation is “contained,” meaning there is no longer an active shooter. The shooting was reported about 8 a.m. Monday.
Authorities closed the road near the scene and have urged motorists to “use caution.”
A media staging area has been set up near the scene.
Local news outlets reported that several Orange County Fire and Rescue vehicles were seen leaving the scene. A large police presence remains.
