LOS ANGELES, April 13 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Californian police say six people have been shot and injured at a “large” party despite the “stay at home” order in place in the US state.
The shooting took place on early Saturday at an apartment complex in Bakersfield, the local sheriff’s office says.
The victims – four women, one man and a girl – were hospitalised for non-life threatening injuries.
No arrests have been made. Partygoers told cops they saw four men leave the scene in a white car. It’s unclear if the suspects attended the party or fired from the car.
Investigators found 94 shell cases and three live rounds at the scene.
An investigation is under way, Kern County Sheriff’s Department says.
Police do not know how many people attended the gathering, which took place at an apartment complex, but said it was “large”.
Other reports put the number at between 400 and 500 people, according to a local ABC station.
Sweeping travel restrictions have been in place since last month in California, which is grappling with one of the worst outbreaks of coronavirus in America. As of 11 April, the state reported 21,794 cases and 651 fatalities.
Under an order by Governor Gavin Newsom, residents can only leave their homes to buy groceries and medicine, walk a dog or exercise.
Non-essential businesses have also been forced to close – others including grocery stores, pharmacies and petrol stations can remain open. — NNN-AGENCIES
