A man was killed by gunshots and another was seriously injured during a shooting that took place in Palermo in via XXVII Maggio, in the Sperone district.
Police investigations are underway.
The 118 health workers and the flying squad agents intervened.
The area is patrolled by the police.
There is also a helicopter flying over the area where the ambush occurred.
The two men were hit by several gunshots.
The victim is still on the ground.
The medical examiner is on site for the cadaveric inspection.
The injured man is hospitalized in Buccheri La Ferla hospital.
He has several wounds to his abdomen, but is said to be conscious.
The investigations are conducted by the Flying Squad.
Dozens of people flocked to the scene of the shooting.
Relatives and friends of the victims have also just arrived.
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