Five dead and 18 injured after gunman opened fire inside gay club in Colorado Springs

Five people have died following a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado.

At least 18 people were injured after a gunman opened fire inside Club Q in Colorado Springs late last night, a police spokesperson has confirmed.

Colorado Springs police received reports of an active shooting at the club around 11.57pm. The suspected gunman was found inside the club.

Numerous victims were transported to local hospitals. The medical facilities are currently working to notify families of their loved ones’ conditions.

Police are expected to provide more updates during a press conference today around 8am local time.

Five people have died following a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado

At least 18 people were injured after a gunman opened fire inside Club Q in Colorado Springs late last night, a police spokesperson has confirmed

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