Police say that one was killed and four other people were injured in a shooting that took place at ZombiCon in Fort Myers, Fla. Saturday evening.
The shootings started at around 11:45 p.m., Lt. Victor Medico of the Fort Myers Police Department said, according to News-Press. A victim was discovered in front of 2224 First Street and had a gunshot wound. The victim died on the scene. Additionally, the crowds at the convention were seen running towards the De Leon Plaza from the area.
Medico revealed that the authorities are still on the manhunt for the suspect, who is still at large as of Sunday morning. The injured victims were brought to the Lee Memorial Hospital, where they received treatment for the non-life threatening injuries they sustained.
"There was (sic) a lot of witnesses down here, there were a lot of people taking pictures, videos with their cellphone," Medico said, USA Today reported. "Anything that could help with this investigation would be greatly appreciated."
The annual ZombiCon festival event expected to draw more than 20,000 fans donning zombie costumes. Medico described the scene as "shoulder to shoulder," according to the Associated Press.
ZombiCon posted a statement on their official Facebook page, saying it is "deeply saddened by the news of what happened within the footprint of our event."
"We take the safety of our patrons very seriously and take precautions in hiring security and police officers for our annual event," the statement added. "Our prayers go out to the family members and individuals involved in the incident."
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Posted by ZombiCon on Saturday, October 17, 2015
