Anaconda Montana Shooting Active Shooter Reports Whats Happening At Carmels Sports Bar Grill

Authorities said a suspect has been taken into custody and there is no ongoing threat to the community.

The statement added, "Law enforcement will remain present on scene into the evening. Please avoid traveling to the area to allow officers to conduct a thorough investigation. More information will be provided as it becomes available."

Meanwhile, some witness accounts circulating on social media have claimed that the restaurant's owner was shot during the incident. However, officials have not confirmed those reports.

Initial report: Unconfirmed witness reports have surfaced alleging a shooting and active shooter situation at Carmel's Sports Bar & Grill in Anaconda, Montana. According to multiple accounts, the suspected shooter allegedly shot an individual inside the bar before fleeing the scene.

Another added, "Hey everyone. We’re safe, there was an active shooter at a bar here in Anaconda and I have family and friends already ask you if we’re OK."

A third person reported, "Prayers for Anaconda. Please be safe Shooter is 6ft, blonde, flannel shirt, brown pants. Still at large. Officer's from Deer Lodge, Butte and Grantite County have been called. Shelter in place. Shooting happened at Carmels Bar."

Another person wrote, "The only thing known at this point is at least one shot at the bar. Mixed messages on if the actor shooter has been caught in Anaconda."

Authorities have not confirmed these reports or released official details regarding the incident at this time.

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