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6 shot, 1 fatally, after peace rally in Alabama: Police

Police say the shootings took place about an after a peace rally ended in the community's Lewis Park

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AP | PTI Birmingham (USA)
Police in Alabama say six people were shot, one fatally, after a peace rally at a public housing community.

According to AL.Com, police say the shooting happened at 8:25 p.M. Sunday at Gate City in Birmingham.

Birmingham police spokesman Sgt. Bryan Shelton says that all six victims were innocent bystanders. The condition of the other five victims was not immediately available.

Police say the shootings took place about an after a peace rally ended in the community's Lewis Park.

Police are investigating. Details about suspects and a motive were not immediately available.

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First Published: Sep 12 2016 | 9:57 AM IST

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