50 people are dead and several are wounded after a shooter armed with an assault-type rifle, a handgun and some type of suspicious device entered the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando and opened fire.The FBI says the mass shooting is being investigated as an act of terrorism.
A SWAT team made the decision to go inside and rescue hostages. The shooter was shot by police after a gunfight.
Pulse Orlando posted on its own Facebook, "As soon as we have any information we will update everyone. Please keep everyone in your prayers as we work through this tragic event. Thank you for your thoughts and love."
Pulse Orlando is a gay nightclub and ultra lounge/bar.