8 dead in shooting at Pittsburgh synagogue — live updates

FAN Editor

Police in Pittsburgh responded to an active shooting situation Saturday morning at the Tree of Life synagogue in the city’s Squirrel Hill neighborhood. At least eight people are confirmed dead, CBS Pittsburgh reports.

The shooter, only described as a white male, surrendered and has been taken into custody, CBS Pittsburgh reports. The suspect burst into the synagogue and indiscriminately fired in the building while shouting, “All Jews must die,” police sources told the station.

Three officers were shot during the incident. The extent of their injuries are unclear, the station reports.

Gov. Tom Wolf said he was heading to the scene of the shooting and would be providing first responders “with whatever help they need.”

President Trump tweeted that he was watching the situation unfold. 

The synagogue is located on the corner of Wilkens and Shady Avenues. Authorities urged people to avoid the area. Squirrel Hill is a residential neighborhood located about 15 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh.

This is a developing story and will be updated. 

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