‘Multiple victims’ in hospital shooting in New Hampshire, US – suspect dead, authorities say
Police report multiple casualties after shooting at US hospital.
New Hampshire Homeland Security said the suspect was dead, although the scene “remains active.”
It’s unclear what state the victims are in, but New Hampshire State Police said in a statement that “several” people were shot.
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu said the incident was brought under control.
“Although the scene remains active while the campus is clear, the suspect is deceased,” he said.
“The state immediately mobilized, first responders and law enforcement are on site.
“We will provide as much detail as possible as the situation develops.”
New Hampshire Hospital, with approximately 185 beds, is the state psychiatric hospital located in the state capital, Concord.
An armored vehicle was seen approaching the scene, outside the hospital.
New Hampshire State Police said: “Officers are currently investigating a shooting at New Hampshire State Hospital in Concord.
“There are multiple casualties. Additional updates will be posted as they become available.”
Aerial views of the hospital show an active scene with numerous police cars outside the hospital.
The shooting is the latest act of violence at a hospital in the United States, as medical centers across the country struggle to adapt to growing threats.
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