19.10.2026 23:30
Security forces went on alert after a report that an armed attack occurred at a mosque in Columbus, Ohio, USA. While an investigation has been launched into the incident, to which federal teams were dispatched, no official confirmation has yet been made regarding claims of casualties and injuries spreading on social media.
Federal teams sprang into action following a report of an armed attack at a mosque in Columbus, Ohio, USA. The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) confirmed that the incident occurred northeast of the city center.
CLAIM THAT GUNSHOTS WERE HEARD AT THE MOSQUE
According to a report by the Associated Press (AP), federal teams were dispatched to the area on Monday following a report that an armed attack had occurred at a mosque in Columbus.
In a statement on the social media platform X, the ATF reported that the scene was located northeast of downtown Columbus. It was stated that the area includes a residential area with two-story apartment buildings as well as the mosque.
FEDERAL TEAMS DISPATCHED TO THE AREA
After the incident, officials were asked for detailed information. However, according to AP's report, police, neighborhood officials, and mosque representatives did not immediately respond to requests for information.
CASUALTIES AND NUMBER OF INJURED NOT YET CONFIRMED
Initial posts spread on social media claimed that 1 person had lost their life and 1 person had been injured. However, the AP report did not include an official statement confirming these claims. There is also no clear information yet about the condition of possible injured persons or whether any detentions have been made.
As the investigation into the incident continues, statements from officials are awaited.