North Carolina mass shooting: 12 shot in Hickory

North Carolina shooting: 12 shot in Hickory

Sheriff’s investigators along with investigators from Hickory Police Department and Special Agents with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation are at the scene of this incident attempting to establish a motive and identify those responsible. No arrests have been made as of this release.

Authorities are investigating a mass shooting that happened at a large house party overnight in North Carolina. 

Mass shooting in North Carolina

What we know:

The Catawba County Sheriff's Office released details on a shooting that took place at a large house party early Sunday morning in North Carolina. 

One person was killed and at least 11 others were hurt, with one victim in critical condition. 

Investigators told one local news agency that there were as many as 100 people attending a house party.

The crime scene spanned several properties, covering about two acres, and included outdoor and indoor areas. 

FILE - A police car sits behind crime scene tape with flashing lights at night. Getty Images

What we don't know:

Authorities haven’t released the victims’ identities, but said those at the party included teens and people in their 20s and older. 

It’s also not known what caused the shooting, or how many shots were fired. 

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By the numbers:

Police said at least 80 shots were fired. 

Local perspective:

Eyewitnesses told local reporters that many people attending the party were from nearby high schools and people began scattering, ducking for cover and running toward safety when shots erupted.

Meanwhile:

The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation and the Hickory Police Department are investigating the shooting. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is also assisting in the case. 

No arrests have been made.