/Gray News) - Police in Louisiana are investigating a shooting at a nightclub that left 12 people injured on Sunday morning.
According to Baton Rouge police, the shooting happened around 1:30 a.m. inside The Dior Bar and Lounge. Officials said at least five victims were transported to a hospital by emergency crews.Three of the wounded were in critical condition when they were transported from the scene, officials said.East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome released a statement, calling it a senseless act of violence.
“All of our public safety teams are activated at this time,” Broome said. “I have requested several community organizations reach out and provide victims and their families with necessary services and ongoing support to help ensure there are no retaliations from this event. We will not stop our work until everyone feels safe and individuals no longer turn to guns to resolve their differences.”
Anyone who may know something that can help investigators is being urged to contact Crime Stoppers by calling the number 225-344-7867.
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