TIMELINE: 2 dead after 9 people shot during Halloween celebrations in downtown Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. — Police in Orlando are investigating a mass shooting in downtown Orlando.

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10 p.m. update:

Multiple videos have shown the horrific scene of the mass shooting in downtown Orlando.

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9 p.m. update:

A 25-year-old man and a 19-year-old man died, while eight others were shot following the mass shooting in downtown Orlando.

An ORMC trauma doctor and one of the victims spoke to the media on Friday.

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8:15 p.m. update:

Channel 9′s Nick Papantonis explained what we know so far about the 17-year-old suspect, Jaylen Edgar, charged in the mass shooting that happened in downtown Orlando.

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5 p.m. update:

Channel 9′s Ashlyn Webb speaks to Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith about the permit-less carry law in Florida and how it affects safety in downtown Orlando.

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4 p.m. update:

The University of Central Florida sent an email to students informing them that one of the victims was a student at UCF.

Here is part of that email. We have reached out for further comment.

“It is with deep sadness that we share the tragic news that overnight in downtown Orlando, a shooting incident resulted in the injury of several bystanders and the devastating loss of two lives, including a student member of our UCF community.

Our hearts are heavy with grief as we mourn this tragic, senseless violence, which also resulted in the injury of at least one other student and may have impacted many students who were out celebrating Halloween and in the vicinity of this incident.

The university is in contact with family members, roommates, and friends, extending resources and support. Our thoughts are with all the loved ones affected during this unimaginable time.”

3:45 p.m. update:

Orlando Police said in social media post that one additional victim has been identified. This morning, she self-transported to a local hospital and is currently in stable condition, bringing the total number of victims to 10.

OPD is requesting the public’s help in obtaining additional evidence of the shooting.

If you have photos or videos of the shooting, OPD asks that you submit them by CLICKING HERE.

2 p.m. update:

During a press conference on Friday, Mayor Buddy Dyer said a local state of emergency will be in effect in Orlando.

Dyer said part of that will include no alcohol sales after midnight and a 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. curfew in downtown Orlando.

Channel 9 will have more in depth team coverage of the shooting and its aftermath on WFTV News starting at 4 p.m.

Here is a look at the area where the curfew will be enacted:

The State Attorney responded to WFTV, providing the following statement whether Edgar will be charged as an adult:

“State Attorney Bain and prosecutors in our office are reviewing all available evidence and records in this case to determine if the juvenile will be charged as an adult. We understand the high interest in this case and it is our top priority to quickly and thoroughly review all information to make an informed decision. We will announce an update as soon as one becomes available.”

1:30 p.m. update:

Orlando police said the suspect, Jaylen Dwayne Edgar, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and six counts of attempted first-degree murder with a firearm.

WFTV has reached out the State Attorney’s office about whether the 17-year-old will be charged as an adult. They have not responded at this time.

10:55 a.m. update:

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer is planning to speak with the media about the mass shooting Friday afternoon.

The mayor is planning to speak around 2 p.m.

Channel 9 will have a crew at Dyer’s news conference and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.

9:55 a.m. update:

Orlando police have shared more details about the victims of the mass shooting in downtown Orlando.

• A 25-year-old man and a 19-year-old man died after they were shot.

• A 20-year-old man had a bullet graze his head.

• A 19-year-old woman was shot in the back, and the bullet lodged in her cheek.

• An 18-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman were shot in the leg.

• A 39-year-old woman was shot in the hand.

• A 26-year-old man was shot in the foot.

• A 26-year-old woman was trampled by the crowd as they were running from the shooting.

9:10 a.m. update:

The Orlando Police Department shared higher-quality videos of the mass shooting in downtown Orlando.

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7:45 a.m. update:

Orlando police shared several videos that show the chaos during a mass shooting in downtown Orlando.

Officers said one of the video clips also shows them taking the suspected gunman into custody.

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7:35 a.m. update:

The Orlando Police Department shared video and details from Friday morning’s news conference with Chief Eric Smith.

7:20 a.m. update:

Officials with Orlando Health said they treated nine patients at Orlando Regional Medical Center.

• One man and a woman are in critical but stable condition.

• Four women are in stable condition.

• Two women were treated and discharged from the hospital.

• One man died at the hospital.

The other victim who died was not transported to the hospital and died at the scene.

5 a.m. update:

Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith confirmed Friday morning that eight people were shot during Halloween celebrations in downtown Orlando.

Smith said two victims died, and six others were taken to a hospital for treatment.

Police said a 17-year-old, Jaylen Edgar was taken into custody after the shooting.

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“Halloween is one of our busiest nights of the year,” Chief Smith said.

Smith said around 100 officers were working in the area.

The shooting happened around 1:07 a.m. in the area of Central Boulevard and Orange Avenue.

The shooting happened as thousands of people were in the area.

Police said the gunman ran off after the shooting, and another shooting happened near Washington Street and Orange Avenue.

4:15 a.m. update:

Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith said he plans to give an update on the shooting at 4:45 a.m.

WFTV will have a crew at the news conference and provide live coverage on Eyewitness News this Morning.

Original report:

OPD announced shortly after 2 a.m. Friday on social media that officers were “gathering information and interviewing witnesses.”

The department released few other details.

According to the City of Orlando’s Active Calls for Service website, police were dispatched to a shooting shortly after 1 a.m. in the area of East Central Boulevard and North Orange Avenue.

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U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost posted on social media shortly after 2:30 a.m. about “reports of a shooting with multiple people hit.”

To date, the Orlando Police Department has not confirmed those reports.

Channel 9′s Q McCray is in downtown Orlando working to gather the latest details on the shooting.

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Orlando shooting investigation Orlando police said officers responded to Downtown Orlando early Friday after reports of a shooting. (WFTV staff)

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McCray reported several street closures and heavy police activity in the area of Orange Avenue and Washington Street.

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