Candlelight Vigil in Memory of Orlando Shooting Victims to be Held Sunday in Salem

SALEM, MA—A candlelight vigil in light of the tragic shooting in Orlando will be held in Salem Sunday.

The vigil will be held in Riley Plaza at 6:30 p.m. in Salem. The following is an excerpt from the event's description on Facebook:

Last week we raised 12 pride flags in Salem to honor pride month. Tonight, due to a senseless tragedy, we will be going back to hold a candlelight vigil for the victims of the worst mass shooting in United States History. A month dedicated to celebrating the progress of our movement has been hurt by this tragedy. But #HopeWillNeverBeSilent, and we will not be scared back into the closet. So friends, allies, and members of our community, join us tonight as we remember the 50 dead and pray for the 53 injured.

At least 50 people were killed Sunday and 53 more hospitalized after a gunman opened fire in an Orlando nightclub in the worst mass shooting in U.S. history.

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Law enforcement described the attack as a possible "act of terror" carried out by an American citizen with Muslim roots. The shooting took place at Pulse Orlando Night Club & Ultra Lounge, a popular gay bar, where about 350 people were partying.