BREAKING: Active Shooter Reported at Owl Bar in Anaconda, Montana — Multiple Victims Feared
Police responding to active shooter situation at Owl Bar; multiple injuries reported as chase unfolds.
Active Shooter Owl Bar Anaconda: Multiple Victims Feared in Montana Incident
Authorities are responding to an active shooter situation at the Owl Bar in Anaconda, Montana, where multiple victims have reportedly been injured. While official details remain limited, early reports suggest a dangerous and rapidly evolving scene in the heart of downtown Anaconda.
Sources indicate that police have launched a manhunt following the shooting, with a chase currently underway. Residents in the area are being strongly advised to shelter in place and avoid the vicinity of the bar and surrounding streets.
Chaos Unfolds as Active Shooter Opens Fire at Owl Bar in Anaconda
Emergency Services Swarm Scene Following Initial Reports
Local law enforcement, paramedics, and tactical units responded quickly to reports of gunfire erupting inside the Owl Bar, a popular local establishment. Witnesses reported panic and confusion as patrons scrambled for safety.
“There was screaming, and people ran out the door. No one knew what was happening,” one eyewitness told local media.
Multiple Casualties Reported But Unconfirmed
Though no official victim count has been released, several news sources have reported multiple injuries, potentially including fatalities. The identity of the shooter has not been disclosed, and no motive has been confirmed at this time.
Police Chase Underway After Owl Bar Shooting
Law Enforcement Actively Pursuing Suspect
According to international news outlet Hindustan Times, a police chase is in progress, suggesting the shooter may have fled the scene and is being actively pursued by officers. The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Sheriff’s Office is leading the response effort, with support from Montana State Police.
Residents are urged to avoid the area and follow official updates from local authorities.
Community Shocked by Active Shooter at Owl Bar in Anaconda
Anaconda, a small Montana city known for its tight-knit community, has been rocked by this sudden violence. Messages of support and concern are already flooding social media, with calls for blood donations and community aid beginning to circulate.
Officials are expected to hold a press briefing once the situation is under control.
