5 injured in shooting near Indiana University following Little 500 races
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Key Points:
- Five women aged 17 to 22 were injured in a shooting near Indiana University following the annual Little 500 bike races, with one hospitalized in stable condition and others treated and released.
- The incident reportedly began with a fight between two females near a Five Guys restaurant, where multiple people drew handguns and two individuals opened fire; police believe the shooting was not random.
- No Indiana University students are believed to be involved, and the university expressed condolences while emphasizing safety and coordination with law enforcement.
- Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson condemned the gun violence and highlighted the challenges of restricting guns at public events due to Indiana's permissive gun laws, including the repeal of concealed carry permits and lack of background checks for handgun purchases.
- Authorities continue to investigate the shooting, and local officials urge community members to advocate for changes in gun legislation to prevent future incidents.
