Washington baseball game suspended for shooting

This Saturday’s baseball game between the Washington Nationals‘ Y ‘San Diego Padres‘ on the capital of the United States was interrupted after spectators heard gunshots outside the stadium.

Police reported that two people were killed in the shooting that occurred in the 1500 block of South Capitol Street, SW. Two other injured people were taken to hospitals in the area to be treated.

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Through the official Twitter account of the host team, the event was reported and recommendations were given to viewers: “A shooting was reported outside the Third Base Gate in ‘Nationals Park.’ Fans are encouraged to exit the stadium through the CF and RF gates at this time. We are working with law enforcement to provide more information as soon as it is available “.

The videos of several spectators give an account of the moment of anguish in the place. Some fans took cover under the seats and several helicopters were heard circling over the stadium.

According to the newspaper The Washington Post, When the stadium’s public address system reported the incident, some frightened spectators ran to the center of the field because they believed they would be safe there, but the security guards sent them back to the stands.

At first, on stadium screens, spectators were asked to stay inside the stadium; but, as soon as it was safe, they were able to start leaving the premises.

Two AFP reporters at the scene said they heard about a dozen shots. The authorities cordoned off the area and are at the scene. Around 10:20 pm (local time) there was no one left inside the stadium.

The team published a press release saying that the match was discontinued and will resume this Sunday, July 18 at 1:05 pm (ET). Tickets and access to parking lots will be valid.

TIME
* With information from AFP and EFE.

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