What was supposed to be a fun night out ended in a tragedy for fifteen people as they were shot Saturday night at a Miami nightclub. The ages of the victims include children as young as 11 years old. The group of kids were enjoying the night until they were caught in the middle of gunfire, sending 11-25 people to the emergency room. The night club was not meant for children their age but happened to be the typical hangout for people under the age of 21. The owner of the nightclub knew of this but didn’t expect a large amount of people which most likely caused the riot.

Police spokeswoman Frederica Burden claims, “At this point, we are not sure if we have one shooter or multiple shooters,”

A young male was found unconscious when help arrived and five girls ranging between the ages 11-17 suffered a series of gunshot wounds. No arrests had been made late Sunday. The police still continue their search, but due to the inability to find video proof of the incident, the shooter’s identity still remains a mystery.

Burden adds, “Investigators are interviewing witnesses at this time, but we are also asking the public for their help by providing us with any information they may have on this incident.” Police are even considering that the immense group of young teens were under the influence of alcohol.

Miami Fire Rescue Capt. Ignatius Carroll who explained, “What was very surprising to the responders was that these were kids that were out at 1 o’clock in the morning in a club and this type of violence took place where a bunch of kids were gathering … it’s very disturbing to see that.”

The group of teenagers were released from the hospital and the police are still searching for the shooters. It is not yet known when these criminals will be found.

FSA Connection Questions

1. In the article, the author explains the shooting at a Miami club Saturday night. How does this relate to your daily life?
2. In the piece, the word immense means what?
3. The author seems to offer what main idea?
4. Select 2 sentences from the article that support the main idea.
5. What is the connotation of the word violence?
6. Select a sentence that best summarizes the article.