Jacksonville Police report mass shooting at ‘Madden NFL’ tournament

Details are still emerging.

Police responded to a mass shooting in Jacksonville, Florida on Sunday that targeted a ‘Madden NFL’ esports tournament. On Sunday afternoon the Jacksonville Sherriff’s office issued a warning asking members of the public to stay away from the Jacksonville Landing area.

In an afternoon press conference the sheriff’s office said they believed there was only one suspect involved, who was killed at the scene. Police have not released details on the shooter, or how many victims were involved — but local media are reporting that four people died, and another 11 were injured in the attack.

The sheriff’s office confirmed that there were multiple fatalities earlier in the day, but did not confirm numbers. Numerous attendees being transported to area hospitals. Drini Gjoka, a professional Madden player attending the tournament tweeted that he was shot in the hand in the attack.

The tournament was streaming when the attack took place. Numerous shots could be heard in the background before players took cover.

Jacksonville Landing is a festival marketplace on the Jacksonville waterfront in the downtown of the city. Details are continuing to be released by police, and this story will be updated as information becomes available.