Oslo Pride celebrations canceled on police advice as man charged with acts of terrorism over shooting at gay bar in Norway's capital
Two people were killed and eight others taken to hospital after the shooting at the London Pub, which describes itself on its website as"the largest gay and lesbian venue in Oslo." Police received multiple calls about the shooting at 1:14 a.m. local time, and arrived at the scene minutes later. They apprehended the male suspect three minutes after arrival, police said.
Another 14 victims sustained minor injuries.In a statement published on Facebook after the shooting, the London Pub condemned the incident as"absolutely awful and pure evil." The bar said all its employees were safe, and expressed condolences for the victims and their families.Oslo's annual Pride parade, scheduled to take place on Saturday, was canceled in the wake of the shootings after"clear advice and recommendation from the police.
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