One person was killed and six were injured in a shooting at a restaurant during a Cinco de Mayo celebration, a tragic event that drew national attention. ABC News reported the initial details, highlighting the sudden violence that erupted in what should have been a night of celebration. The incident sent shockwaves through the community and left many questions about security, crowd control, and the circumstances that allowed gunfire to erupt in a public space. (Source: ABC News)
According to subsequent reports, the death toll rose to one, with at least six others sustaining injuries. The shooter opened fire at a busy party where roughly 200 people had gathered, underscoring how quickly a festive evening can become a scene of chaos. Investigators did not immediately detain any suspects, indicating the complexity of the case and the ongoing search for witnesses and evidence that could illuminate the motives behind such a brazen act. Authorities promised a thorough review of security procedures at venues hosting large gatherings and emphasized the importance of community cooperation as they pursued leads. (Source: local reporting)
Meanwhile, in Southeastern Europe, the Serbian Ministry of Internal Affairs announced a separate manhunt. They reported that a criminal was at large after a deadly attack in the municipality of Mladenvac, where eight people were killed, and law enforcement teams—more than 600 officers strong—were deployed in pursuit. The operation reportedly involved helicopters and drones to track the suspect’s movements across the region, reflecting the scale and urgency of the response. (Source: Serbian Interior Ministry)
Earlier, the number of fatalities in the Dubona village incident within the urban community of Mladenvac had been revised upward to eight, with officials later describing the incident as terrorism. This line of reporting highlighted the volatile and heightened threat landscape in the area, where investigators were meticulously reconstructing events and assessing the broader implications for public safety and counterterrorism efforts. (Source: Serbian Interior Ministry)
The suspected shooter was identified as a 21-year-old individual, referred to as Urosh B., described as the son of a soldier. Reports indicated that the individual allegedly argued with a group of people in a schoolyard in Dubon, retrieved a machine gun from home, and opened fire before traveling to his hometown of Shepshin to continue the violence. The unfolding narrative raised questions about potential warning signs, access to firearms, and the role of community intervention in preventing such attacks. (Source: police and media updates)