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US: Two journalists shot dead during live broadcast
Virginia, Aug 26 (IBNS): Two TV journalists were shot dead during a live TV report at Bridgewater Plaza area in US Virginia state, their employer confirmed on Wednesday.
The deceased were identified as WDBJ-7 TV reporter Alison Parker and cameraman Adam Ward.
"Police are looking for a suspect who apparently opened fire on WDBJ7 photographer Adam Ward and WDBJ7 reporter Alison Parker," WDBJ7 reported.
Shots were heard when Alison Parker was taking an interview.
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