4 Marines reportedly killed by gunman in Chattanooga

Police pursue Chattanooga shooter
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Four Marines were reportedly killed in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on Thursday in multiple shootings that appeared to target military sites, an official told The Associated Press. The alleged gunman has also been reported dead, and at least one police officer is said to be injured. Not much has been confirmed yet, including the identities of the shooter or the victims.

Many areas of Chattanooga were locked down Thursday, The Associated Press reports, including schools, roads, a mall, and other buildings.

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Nico Lauricella

Nico Lauricella was editor-in-chief at TheWeek.com. He was formerly the site's deputy editor and an editor at The Huffington Post.