Orlando, FL (July 9, 2018) – A shooting took place early this morning at the Happy Place Sports Bar in Orlando. One person was killed in the incident and four others were wounded. Deputies immediately responded after the shooting took place at 1:30 a.m.
The incident took place on Southland Boulevard near Sand Lake Road. Deputies arrived at the scene and found two of the victims with gunshot wounds. One died at the scene, according to police. The other victim was a security guard at the business, who was immediately taken to the Orlando Regional Medical Center.
Three other victims then showed up at the hospital. Witnesses said that those involved were in an argument before the shooting took place.
At this time, police are still investigating the incident.
Shootings take place every year, taking the lives of many. What happens if you have been injured or a loved one has been killed in a public place where customers flock every day? Are you owed special protections at certain businesses and what can you do if this has been breached?
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