In brief
A fatal shooting erupted in the parking lot of a church in Salt Lake City, killing two and injuring six. Investigators revealed that the violence stemmed from a dispute among acquaintances attending a funeral. While five victims remain hospitalized, efforts to gather witness cooperation face challenges. Mayor Erin Mendenhall and church representatives express deep concern over the tragic event occurring at a place of worship.
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A shooting outside a church building in Salt Lake City during a funeral resulted in two fatalities and six injuries. Investigators have traced the incident back to a dispute among acquaintances in attendance. As of Thursday, no arrests have been made, and there is uncertainty regarding any possible gang involvement. Police reported that several victims remain hospitalized, with at least three in critical condition. Salt Lake City Police Chief Brian Redd confirmed ongoing efforts to understand the motivations behind the gunfire and admitted challenges in obtaining cooperation from witnesses. Nearby residents witnessed the chaos, with one couple expressing their horror at the sight of emergency responders at the scene. Local officials, including Mayor Erin Mendenhall, voiced their shock at this violence occurring in a sacred space intended for worship.
