A mass shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania, resulted in the deaths of nine people on Friday night. Authorities were called to the scene following reports of gunfire, and the incident has been officially characterized as a mass shooting by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.

While both reports confirm the death toll and the location, they differ in the level of detail provided regarding the circumstances. The Washington Examiner reports that the shooting began around 5 p.m. on Perry Street, noting that witnesses observed a gunman firing before entering a private residence. The report further specifies that two children are believed to be among the deceased. The Hill’s coverage focuses on the official confirmation from city officials and the Governor’s statement, but does not include the specific street address, the time of the incident, or the age demographics of the victims.

Law enforcement and city officials have described the event as a tragedy, though few details regarding a motive or the status of the suspect have been released to the public at this stage. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to piece together the events that led to the fatalities.