Two people have been shot dead and six others have been rushed to hospital after a gunman struck as people celebrated Halloween.
Two people have tragically lost their lives, with six more in hospital, following a Halloween shooting in Orlando, Florida. Aerial footage captured the chilling scene as crowds fled for safety on Orange Avenue, a popular area filled with bars and restaurants.
Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith confirmed the death toll and identified the arrested suspect as Jaylen Dwayne Edgar. At a press conference, Chief Smith said: "He pretty much walked into downtown, walked into the street and did what he did." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.
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