„Imamo najmanje 15 ranjenih, četvoro poginulih, uključujući i osumnjičenog“, izjavio je načelnik policije grada Skot Smiti.
Chief Smithee: Gun shots were heard around 5:41pm and officers engaged #GilroyActiveShooter in less than a minute. Witnesses stated there may be a 2nd shooter, investigation continues.
— Gilroy Police (@GilroyPD) July 29, 2019
Ranije je saopšteno da je povređeno oko 60 osoba: 12 od njih je ranjeno, a ostali su zadobili povrede.
The hearts of Gilroy PD and entire community go out to the victims of today's shooting at the Garlic Festival. The scene is still active. If you are looking for a loved one, please go to the reunification center at Gavilan College at parking lot B. #GilroyActiveshooter
— Gilroy Police (@GilroyPD) July 29, 2019
Pritvorena je jedna osoba, ali policija pretpostavlja da bi on mogao imati saučesnike. Ime pritvorenika nije navedeno.
Shooting Gilroy Garlic Festival pic.twitter.com/EgwL7baNse
— roach rocha (@roach_Rocha95) July 29, 2019
Američki predsednik Donald Tramp potvrdio je na Tviteru informacije o hapšenju napadača, a takođe pozvao Amerikance da „budu oprezni i čuvaju se“.
Law Enforcement is at the scene of shootings in Gilroy, California. Reports are that shooter has not yet been apprehended. Be careful and safe!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 29, 2019