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Friday, March 22, 2024
Gunmen in combat fatigues open fire at Moscow concert hall, blast reported – Russian news agencies
A shooting incident occurred in the Crocus City Hall concert venue near Moscow, Russian news agencies report, citing emergency services.
RIA Novosti says at least three people in combat fatigues fired weapons.
TASS news agency reports a blast and a fire in the building where the shooting took place.
Several other Russian media outlets report the shooting and say that the mall is on fire.
Video posted on Russian messaging app channels shows huge plumes of black smoke rising over the building.
An apparent terrorist attack at a club/shopping center in Moscow before a performance started. Dozens wounded and dead. There was also an explosion and the building is on fire.
Early videos show multiple men (3, per state media) in camo shooting rifles. pic.twitter.com/WCRmznrldq— Aric Toler (@AricToler) March 22, 2024
