2 Scottish men killed in shooting by masked man at Irish bar in Spain
Spanish media reported that a masked man pulled up outside the bar and fired multiple shots around 23:00.
Both men were pronounced dead at the scene.
The bar is located in a holiday destination and is popular with tourists.
The Diario Sur newspaper, which covers the region, reported that Francisco Javier Salas, a local government official, said both victims were believed to be Scottish.
Salas has also reportedly confirmed to BBC News that both men were believed to be Scottish.
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