Deadly mass shooting in Mexico's Guanajuato during celebration, 12 killed; terrifying video viral
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People were dancing and drinking in the street in celebration of St John the Baptist when the shooting began. Revellers screamed and ran to escape the gunfire, according to videos circulated online, AP reported.
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