Pittsburgh Synagogue shooting: Gunman 'opens fire at prayer service' leaving 'multiple dead'
The Tree of Life Congregation Synagogue has been sealed off by police
Mirror News
A gunman has opened fire in a US synagogue leaving 'multiple people dead'.
Police rushed to the scene at the Tree of Life Congregation Synagogue in Pittsburgh following reports of an active shooter.
The synagogue was full of worshippers at a prayer service when the gunman burst in and opened fire, US media is reporting.
He is also claimed to have shot at police officers.
The area has been sealed off and people are being urged to stay away.
At least four people have been confirmed dead, although the number of people killed could be as high as eight, according to news network KDKA.
The station also reports that two police officers have been shot, although it is not yet clear how seriously they were injured.
The gunman’s condition is unknown at this moment.
Officials are yet to confirm any fatalities.
A number of people remain inside the building and officers are trying to evacuate them, according to BNO News.
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