At least six people have been shot at a church in Laguna Woods, California, local authorities reported on Sunday.
Deputies responded to reports of a shooting at a church on the 24000 block of El Toro Road in Laguna Woods. “Multiple victims have been shot. More details to follow, PIO en route,” the Orange County Sherriff’s office tweeted.
“We have detained one person and have recovered a weapon that may be involved,” the Orange County Sheriff’s Office tweeted.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is assisting local officials.
The news comes less than 24 hours since a gunman in killed 10 people in Buffalo, New York.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
#OCSDPIO Deputies are responding to reports of a shooting at a church on the 24000 block of El Toro Road in Laguna Woods. Multiple victims have been shot. More details to follow, PIO en route.
— OC Sheriff, CA (@OCSheriff) May 15, 2022
The suspect was detained at the scene. More to follow. El Toro Road is closed between Calle Sonora and Canyon Wren, please avoid the area. We are in Unified Command with @OCFireAuthority.
— OC Sheriff, CA (@OCSheriff) May 15, 2022