[OKLAHOMA CITY] – At least 13 people were injured in a mass shooting during a large party at a campground in Oklahoma on Sunday night, according to local authorities. The incident marks another violent chapter in the ongoing struggle with gun violence across the country.

Event Details

• Location: The shooting occurred at Arcadia Lake, situated approximately 15 miles northeast of Oklahoma City.

• Timeline: Gunfire broke out around 9:00 PM during a gathering of young people.

• Background: The event had been promoted on social media as a “Sunday Funday” gathering at the popular camping and outdoor activity spot.

Casualties and Emergency Response

Emergency responders confirmed that ten victims were transported to local hospitals via ambulance, while several others drove themselves to seek medical attention. The medical conditions of the victims currently vary.

A witness at the scene described the situation as “very sad,” noting that a friend was struck by a stray bullet during the chaos.

Ongoing Investigation

As of Monday, an Edmond police spokesperson confirmed that no arrests have been made. Authorities noted that the heavily wooded terrain of the campground has made it significantly more difficult to locate suspects and gather forensic evidence.

“This is a very terrifying situation, and we are working hard to find those responsible,” police officials stated, adding that they are currently interviewing victims and witnesses to identify the shooters.

A Growing Statistic

According to data from the Gun Violence Archive, this incident represents the 131st mass shooting in the United States so far this year.

Sources: Reuters, The Guardian, Associated Press