New DelhiFive people were killed and 18 were injured in a Saturday night shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Colorado Springs Lt. Pamela Castro told a news conference that a suspect was in custody and was being treated for injuries following the attack at Club Q. Castro said police received the initial phone call just before midnight about the shooting.
Five people were killed and 18 injured in a shooting at a nightclub in Colorado Springs, Colorado (US) on Saturday night. Police said: Reuters – ANI (@ANI) November 20, 2022
In its Google listing, Club Q describes itself as an “adult-oriented gay and lesbian nightclub hosting theme nights such as karaoke, drag shows and DJs”.
On its Facebook page, a statement from Club Q said it was “devastated by the senseless attack on our community… We thank the quick reactions of the heroic customers who subdued the gunman and brought this despicable death to an end.” The attack ended.”
Police did not give any details about the motive behind the attack. Photos from the scene after the shooting showed security and emergency vehicles with flashing blinkers parked on a road near the venue.