[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jihwan] A shooting incident occurred at a party in Rochester, New York, USA on the 19th, resulting in 2 deaths and 14 injuries.
Mark Simons, acting chief of the Rochester Police Department, stated that "a total of 16 casualties have been confirmed" and "it is unfortunate to report that 2 of them sustained fatal injuries and died," according to foreign news agencies including AP and AFP.
The victims are all between 18 and 22 years old, and their identities have not yet been confirmed. The remaining injured were immediately taken to the hospital and are reported to be in stable condition.
According to the police, no suspects have been arrested so far. The police said, "We are investigating the motive for the crime, and we cannot yet say whether multiple suspects were involved or if the crime targeted a specific victim."
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