In the early hours of Sunday, gunfire broke out during celebrations of the annual “Little 500” bicycle event, resulting in a near that injured at least nine people, according to authorities.
The incident occurred shortly after midnight along Kirkwood Avenue, which is a popular strip just off campus. Large crowds had gathered in the area following the race weekend.
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Bloomington Police Chief Mike Diekhoff informed reporters that the violence began with a fight between two women outside the front of a Five Guys restaurant. During the altercation, the suspects reportedly pulled out handguns and began shooting, striking several bystanders.
At roughly 12:25 a.m., two male suspects pulled out their handguns and opened fire in the crowded area, injuring five women withand bullet fragments, according to Diekhoff.
Authorities added that the male shooters’ motive to shoot is still unknown and that neither of the two ladies involved in the altercation was hurt.
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Who are the victims?
Five of the victims, all women, suffered gunshot wounds or injuries from bullet fragments. According to officials, other persons were hurt during the subsequent stampede.
Officials stated that all of the victims were from out of town and that no students were hurt.
One of the victims, a 17-year-old, was hit by shards in her foot and ankle. Another victim was an 18-year-old who was wounded in the ankle and shin. The third victim, a 21-year-old, was struck in the shin and thighs. The fourth victim was a 22-year-old who had fragments buried in the back of her thigh.
The fifth victim, Diekhoff pointed out, was a 20-year-old victim who was hit directly by the bullet, which travelled from her abdomen to her armpit. However, it is still unknown how the bullet entered and left the victim’s body.
According to officials, the remaining victims were treated and discharged on Sunday, while one remained in the hospital in a stable condition.
