Suspect in mass shooting at Florida gay club is dead, police say

June 12, 2016 15:48

The suspect in the Pulse nightclub shooting in Florida is dead, Orlando Police said. Authorities described the shooting as a "mass casualty situation."

Gunfire erupted at a gay nightclub in Orlando early Sunday, with multiple injuries reported, Florida authorities said.

"Everyone get out of Pulse and keep running," the club posted on its Facebook page.

Orlando police warned residents to stay away from the area, and urged people not to call their offices. They declined to provide the number of casualties, saying details will be available later.

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