A tragic shooting in downtown Oakland, California early this morning has left two people dead and five others injured following gunfire outside EZ Lounge.

According to authorities, officers responded shortly after 3:30 a.m. to reports of multiple gunshots in the 400 block of 14th Street. When police arrived at the scene, they discovered several victims suffering from gunshot wounds in and around the area near the bar.

Emergency medical personnel rushed the injured victims to nearby hospitals for treatment. Officials later confirmed that two individuals succumbed to their injuries, while five others remain hospitalized with varying conditions.

The chaotic scene unfolded in what is typically a busy nightlife area in downtown Oakland. Investigators began canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and reviewing surveillance footage in an effort to determine what led to the violence and identify those responsible.

Police have not yet released the identities of the victims as families are being notified. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward as the investigation continues.

The deadly incident has left the community shaken, with many expressing sorrow over the lives lost and concern over ongoing violence in the area. Local officials say their thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by the tragedy.