Riverfront Live: UPDATES | 9 injured in mass shooting at riverfront live in Cincinnati East End

Nine people were injured early Sunday in a mass shooting at Riverfront Live, Cincinnati police and city. The shooting occurred around 1 a. m. at the music venue in the 4300 block of Kellogg Avenue near the intersection of Kellogg Avenue and Wilmer Avenue along the Ohio River.

Shooting timeline at Riverfront Live

Dispatch received a 911 call around 1 a. m. reporting multiple shots fired inside Riverfront Live. Detail officers were outside the venue when the shots rang out. At the time, 500-600 individuals were at the scene. Police said nine people were shot and were transported to either UC Medical Center or Good Samaritan Hospital.

Victims, hospitals and condition

Officials gave mixed updates about victims' conditions. UC Medical Center earlier said one of the nine victims was in critical condition. During a 2 p. m. city media conference, however, it was stated that there was not anyone listed as critical. Cincinnati Police Interim Chief Adam Hennie later said all nine victims are in stable condition. Detectives continue to interview victims and witnesses as the investigation remains ongoing.

Witness accounts and nearby businesses

Members of the band Solid Gold Dancer, who were playing at Murray's Tavern on Kellogg Avenue nearby, described hearing commotion. Band member Sam Steinher said, "We saw a bunch of people running from this side of the building while we were out on a break in between sets. At first, we didn't realize the severity of the situation. But someone said that people had been firing shots off. " Bandmate Cam Welling said people began filing into Murray's Tavern to take cover after the shooting started. The group said they were glad so many people escaped and wished the best for those who were injured.

Gage Skillman, owner of Fiberglass Custom Repair Center next to Riverfront Live, said he was shutting down his shop when the shooting occurred. Skillman said he did not notice gunshots immediately but heard people screaming and cars racing to leave the venue parking lot. He reviewed his building's security cameras and found footage that captured a large group of eventgoers fleeing and the sounds of screams and gunfire. "That is hard to listen to, " Skillman said. "That was hard to hear the first time I rolled it back. "

Officials' statements and response

Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval released a public statement and spoke at a press conference where he called the mass shooting "not and cannot be acceptable" and described it as a result of "senseless gun violence. " Pureval said, "This is a dark moment for our community. It's horrific. It's unconsciousable. " He added the shooting occurred where a large crowd was "expected to enjoy their night peacefully. " City Manager Sheryl Long, joined by Councilmembers Scotty Johnson and Meeka Owens at the press conference, said she was "heartbroken to witness such a senseless act of violence" and warned that many Americans live with an uneasy expectation that shootings will occur. Long urged responsible gun ownership, saying, "A responsible gun owner understands that deadly weapons have no place in large crowds and at entertainment venues. " Councilmember Meeka Owens earlier released a separate statement saying, "What happened at Riverfront Live last night is a tragedy. "

Police have not identified any suspects and declined to provide specifics about what led up to the shooting, how many guns were fired or what types of guns were used. The Columbus branch of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives announced it was assisting the Cincinnati Police Department in investigating the mass shooting.