Three dead in California shooting

Three dead in California shooting
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Three people have been killed and nine others injured in a shooting at a residence in Long Beach, California, the local fire department says.

The emergency service confirmed late on Tuesday (local time) that three fatalities and nine patients were transported to local area hospitals.

According to Fox News, the shooting took place inside a house where a party was taking place.

It wasn't immediately known if the shooter was in police custody, Fox News reported.

Reuters / Newshub.