3 injured in shooting at family gathering in Florida

Police officer returns fire

Police crime scene tape (WDIV)

HOMESTEAD, Fla. – Three people were injured Sunday night when someone began shooting at a group gathered outside during a family gathering in Homestead, police said.

A police officer for the Miami-Dade County school system who was attending the party returned fire, news outlets reported. One man was airlifted to a trauma center, where he was reported to be in good condition. The other two were taken to Homestead Hospital.

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The officer wasn't injured, police said.

Investigators say the shooting happened around 9 p.m. Sunday.

Police said the gunman ran from the area.

An investigation continues.


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