A block party in Detroit turned tragic over the weekend when a late-night shooting left two people dead and 19 others injured. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, July 7, in the area of Reno Street and Rossini Drive on Detroit's east side.

According to Michigan State Police, at approximately 2:25 a.m., an unidentified individual opened fire at the party, although it is unclear how many shots were fired. Multiple partygoers were struck by the gunfire, resulting in two fatalities and injuries to 19 others.

Authorities have identified the victims who lost their lives as two individuals in their early 20s. However, their identities have not been disclosed as of Monday morning. Meanwhile, the injured victims ranged in age from 17 to 28 years old, with their identities yet to be revealed.

Law enforcement officials have confirmed that no arrests have been made as of Sunday, and it remains unknown if there have been any developments following their investigation. A press conference is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday, July 8, where authorities are expected to provide further details on the incident.

Neighbors who witnessed the tragedy expressed shock and disbelief, stating that the shooting should never have occurred. Party attendee Marco Bellinnie recounted that everyone was simply trying to enjoy themselves when the sound of gunshots filled the air. Initially confused, they mistook the gunfire for fireworks until panic broke out.

Another resident, Cliff Dykes, who lives nearby, reported hearing the shots and the screams that followed. The community is left grappling with the aftermath of the devastating event.

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, along with Detroit Police Chief James White, has scheduled a joint press conference on Monday to address the shooting and announce a comprehensive new strategy concerning block parties in the city. The press conference aims to discuss the recent surge of violence during such events and outline plans to address the issue.

The block party shooting in Detroit adds to a grim statistics of violence that occurred over the Fourth of July weekend across the United States. Researchers attribute this spike in violent incidents during summer to factors such as increased social gatherings and higher alcohol consumption.

As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with relevant information about the shooting to come forward. The community and local officials are left mourning the lives lost and seeking solutions to prevent further violence at these popular public events.