At least two people were killed in a mass shooting at a church meetinghouse in Salt Lake City, according to police. Officers responded to reports of gunfire at the religious facility, where congregants had gathered, and secured the scene amid concerns about additional victims.
Authorities said emergency medical personnel treated multiple individuals, though the total number of injured was not immediately clear. Police confirmed that the suspected shooter was located, and there was no ongoing threat to the public at the time of the announcement.
Law enforcement officials have not yet released details about a possible motive or the relationship between the suspect and the victims. Investigators remained on scene for several hours, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses.
City officials expressed condolences to the victims’ families and urged residents to avoid the area while the investigation continues. The shooting has shaken the local community and renewed discussions about safety at houses of worship, which are typically viewed as places of refuge.
Police said additional information, including victim identities and further details about the incident, would be released as the investigation progresses.
