Five people killed in shooting at gay nightclub in Colorado Springs

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Five people have been killed and 18 injured in a shooting at a gay nightclub on Saturday night in Colorado Springs, Colorado, police have said.

A suspect was in custody and was being treated for injuries after the attack at Club Q, Lieut Pamela Castro told a news conference.

The police received the initial phone call about the shooting shortly before midnight, Castro said.

In its Google listing, Club Q describes itself as an “adult-oriented gay and lesbian nightclub hosting theme nights such as karaoke, drag shows & DJs”.

On its Facebook page, a statement from Club Q said it was “devastated by the senseless attack on our community … We thank the quick reactions of heroic customers that subdued the gunman and ended this hate attack.”

More details soon …