US Politics | Renton shooting – one dead & 6 wounded after ‘over 100 shots fired’ as terrified crowds hide on music hall floor

AT least one man has died and six other people injured in a mass shooting with more than 100 shorts fired, reports say. The horror is believed to have started near the Chase Bank in Renton, outside of Seattle, Washington. Tacoma Tow Guy/FacebookAt least one person has been confirmed dead '/ ' Several shooters are believed to have opened fire on a gathering of people. The person who died has been identified as a 32-year-old man from Tacoma although his name has not been released. Both men and women are among those injured in the shooting with varying severity. They are being treated at local hospitals. Read More on Crime URGENT MANHUNT Boy, 5, shot in the back after gunfire erupted in McDonald's BARBERSHOP BLOODBATH 90 Day Fiance star on US Marshals Most Wanted list for 'killing boss' Unconfirmed reports say crowds were hiding on the floor. There are said to have been so many injured that civilians were using their cars to take people to hospital. Sandra Havlik, a spokesperson for the Renton Police Department, said: "Just before 1 am officers were called to the 100 block of Logan Ave S for multiple shots fired. ...Officers arrived to find multiple victims. Five victims were treated at the scene by Fire/Medics & we can confirm one fatality. ...This is not an active shooter situation." Most read in The US Sun REVENGE! Khloe shows off thin figure in thong bathing suit as Tristan parties with models KIMYE BACK ON? Kim Kardashian drops Instagram clue she's back together with ex Kanye West GUNNED DOWN Mom, dad and six-year-old girl are shot dead in horror attack at campground KIM-LOVE Pete's 'real' feelings for Kim revealed by body language & it's embarrassing BAD TASTE I'm an interior designer – the tacky decor touches you'll NEVER find in my house HAIR RAISER! Long Island Medium Theresa Caputo is unrecognizable in MAJOR transformation She added: "Initial investigation indicates this was a dispute outside of a large gathering/event which led to gunfire, possibly by more than one suspect. ...Due to the large crowd, multiple agencies were called in to assist. ...This is an active scene still & investigation will be ongoing." In an update from the Renton police, it said: ...Area residents told Police that they heard the sounds of an argument, followed by a large number of gunshots.... Cops said they had not yet determined what caused the argument and have not made any arrests so far. Numerous paramedics and law enforcement agencies, including the police department in Seattle and Renton police are at the scene. CPR was administered to a large number of victims by individuals before first responders arrived, reports say. All homes and businesses in the area have been urged to immediately lockdown. Residents are urged to find a secure location and take shelter. Read More on The US Sun LEFT TO ROT Inside abandoned zoo with remains of great white SHARK floating in tank ICE QUEEN? Kardashian fans fear Kim's face is 'FROZEN' after spotting detail in recent pics Everyone is urged to avoid the area. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Scott Barfield at (425) 430-7534, reference case 22-7518.

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