At least five killed in shootings and explosions that leave dozens wounded across the U.S.

Fourth of July celebrations across the U.S. were marred by violence, resulting in at least six deaths and dozens of injuries. Shootings and explosions occurred in multiple cities, including a mass shooting in Brooklyn’s Coney Island neighborhood. In that specific incident, NYPD officers responded after eight people, including four children, were shot. These events left scores of individuals wounded nationwide, as authorities managed the scenes of the various violent attacks during the holiday.