Police in Allentown, Pennsylvania, responded to a shooting Sunday night when two groups began firing at each other during the annual Dominican Festival.
Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin Holihan said an Allentown Police officer also returned fire during the incident, which happened in the 100 block of North Seventh Street around 6:45 p.m. Lehigh Valley News.
Several people were injured and taken to local hospitals.
“At this time, there are no fatalities and it appears there are no injuries to Allentown police officers,” Holihan told the outlet.
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Several people were injured and taken to local hospitals. (Getty Images)
Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk said he was aware of the violent incident Sunday night but that there is no ongoing danger to residents.
“I am extremely disappointed in the poor choices people are making in Allentown,” he wrote on the social media platform X. “Our neighbors will not tolerate people putting our city at risk. This behavior is unacceptable and we will continue to take the necessary steps to protect everyone from harm.”
“I am extremely disappointed that people are making poor choices in Allentown. Our neighbors will not tolerate people who put our city at risk. This behavior is unacceptable and we will continue to take the necessary steps to protect everyone from harm,” Mayor Matt Tuerk said.
Democratic state Rep. Josh Siegel said the shooting happened during celebrations as the city of Allentown was holding its annual Dominican Day festival downtown.
“Today was a day to celebrate and recognize the diversity and vibrant community of our city,” Siegel told LehighValleyNews.com. “We must never allow these events to take away from the positive momentum and progress of our city. Allentown is stronger than the few who do not respect its laws.”
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The shooting happened around 6:45 p.m. in the 100 block of North Seventh Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. (iStock)
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Siegel, who represents the area where the shooting occurred, said he is optimistic police and the district attorney’s office will pursue those responsible for the shooting.
“I am appalled by another violent incident in my district, staining our streets with blood and robbing our residents and neighbors of their peace of mind,” the mayor said. “But violent perpetrators will never win, and Allentown will not allow them to rob our community of the safety it deserves.”
Holihan said the shooting remains under investigation and it is too early to determine a motive.
