7 Injured in Shooting Incident in Washington

Seven people were injured in a shooting at a park in the US state of Washington, authorities confirmed.

The incident took place in a suburban park near Tacoma, leaving three victims in critical condition.

According to a statement from local police, emergency responders treated and transported five of the injured to nearby hospitals, while two others made their own way for medical attention. 

Investigators have yet to determine the number of shooters involved or whether the victims were specifically targeted.

At the time of the shooting, more than 100 people were present at the park near American Lake, raising concerns about public safety in the community. The police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the event.

This shooting follows closely after a separate violent incident in Philadelphia, where two people were killed and nine injured in a park shooting earlier this week. The recent string of shootings highlights ongoing challenges with gun violence in public spaces across the United States.

Authorities have called for increased vigilance and community cooperation as they work to identify suspects and prevent further incidents.