At least 15 people were killed and another 81 wounded in shootings across the United States over the weekend that coincided with Halloween celebrations. Gunfire was reported in 11 states, infohub.kz reports.
The worst-hit city was Dallas, where four people were killed and 15 wounded in three separate incidents, according to USA Today.
Shootings also occurred in Alabama, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Arkansas, California, Michigan, Colorado, Florida and Mississippi.
"Some of the shootings took place in areas where Halloween events were being held. Other incidents were reported near college campuses and nightclubs — places where large crowds traditionally gather over the holiday weekend," the news agency writes.
Not all of the weekend's incidents were tied to Halloween celebrations, however, according to the outlet. Some of the shootings occurred independently of the festivities.
In total, at least 15 people were killed and 81 wounded in the reported incidents.