Victim of shooting at ‘No Kings' demonstration in life-threatening condition as cops confirm they have three in custody
GUN HORROR Victim of shooting at 'No Kings' demonstration in life-threatening condition as cops confirm they have three in custody
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ONE person is in a life-threatening condition after being shot near a 'No Kings' demonstration as cops confirm three are in custody.
Gunfire broke out near the march which was attended by over 10,000 people in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, on Saturday night.
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Demonstrators carry signs and chant while marching during the 'No Kings' protest in Salt Lake City
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A man who was shot on State Street in front of the Liberty SKY apartment complex is in "critical" condition.
He collapsed on the ground and emergency responders performed life-saving measures until he was transported to hospital in a life-threatening condition.
Officers attended the scene after hearing gunshots around 7:56 pm, Salt Lake City Police Chief Brian Redd confirmed to reporters.
Witnesses were able to help identify the male suspect in the shooting who is in custody.
Redd confirmed that the suspect suffered a gunshot wound and was taken to hospital by cops.
Two others have also been taken into custody with cops not looking for anyone else in connection to the shooting.
The police chief praised the efforts of his officers saying their "rapid response ensured the safety of thousands of participants in the downtown Salt Lake City area".
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