Police in Allentown, Pennsylvania, responded to a shooting that broke out when two groups opened fire on each other during an annual Dominican festival Sunday night.
Allentown police officers also opened fire during the incident, which happened around 6:45 p.m. in the 100 block of North Seventh Street, Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin Holihan said, according to LehighValleyNews.com.
Several people were injured and taken to local hospitals.
“At this time, it appears there have been no fatalities and no Allentown police officers have been injured,” 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 violence that took place Sunday night but said there was no ongoing danger to the public.
“I am extremely disappointed that people are making poor choices in Allentown,” he wrote on the social media platform X. “Our neighbors have no patience for those who would make our streets unsafe. This behavior is unacceptable and we will continue to take the necessary steps to keep everyone safe.”
“I am extremely disappointed that people are making poor choices in Allentown. Our neighbors have no patience for those who would make our streets unsafe. This behavior is unacceptable and we will continue to take the necessary steps to keep everyone safe,” said Mayor Matt Tuerk.
State Rep. Josh Siegel, a Democrat, said the shooting occurred during a day of celebration as Allentown held its annual Dominican Festival downtown.
“Today was a day of celebration and recognition of the diversity and vibrancy of our community,” Siegel told LehighValleyNews.com. “We must never allow events like this to rob our city of its positive momentum and progress. Allentown is stronger than the few who don’t follow 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 was optimistic that police and the district attorney’s office would hold those responsible for the shooting accountable.
“I am appalled by yet another incident of violence in my district that stains our city streets with blood and robs our residents and neighbors of peace of mind,” he said. “The perpetrators of violence will never be victorious, and Allentown will not let them rob our community of the safety it deserves.”
Holihan said the shooting was still under investigation and it was too early to determine a motive.
