1 Dead, 8 Shot at Mass Shooting in a High School Graduation Party in Alabama

Alabama authorities say a high school graduation party fueled by alcohol spiraled out of control on May 18, leaving one person dead.
1 Dead, 8 Shot at Mass Shooting in a High School Graduation Party in Alabama
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ATMORE—Alabama authorities say a high school graduation party fueled by alcohol spiraled out of control early Saturday, May 18, leaving one person dead.

Atmore Police Chief Chuck Brooks tells news outlets eight other people were hurt in a shooting at the old Escambia County Middle School, which now serves as the city’s community center.