LANCASTER, Ohio — A shooting in Lancaster has left two people dead, authorities said Tuesday. The incident occurred this evening in the 1200 block of N. Broad Street, prompting a response from emergency medical units and numerous law enforcement officers.
According to the Lancaster Police Department, two people were fatally shot, and a woman was also injured; her condition has not yet been disclosed. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find two of the victims already deceased.
The situation led to the deployment of armored vehicles to secure the area and assist in the safe evacuation of the wounded and those at the scene.
The police are actively investigating the motive behind the shooting and searching for suspects. Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation.