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8 killed in US synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh

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Press Trust of India Washington
Last Updated : Oct 28 2018 | 1:05 AM IST

A gunman on Saturday opened fire at a Jewish synagogue in the US city of Pittsburgh, killing at least eight people and injuring several others including three policemen, in the deadliest "anti-Semitic attack" in America in years.

Shooter Robert Bowers, 46, surrendered after he was injured during an exchange of fire with the police, according to local media reports.

Officials are yet to come out with an official toll, expect for saying that there were multiple fatalities.

The shooter, described as a white, heavy set with beard, was being questioned and treated at hospital. The FBI is investigating this as a "hate crime". Before opening fire, he reportedly yelled, "All Jews must die!"

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First Published: Oct 28 2018 | 1:05 AM IST

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