Multiple people have been shot in a church, it is being reported.
The incident is understood to have happened at New England Pentecostal Ministries in Bridge Street, Pelham in New Hampshire this afternoon.
Ambulances and dozens of other emergency services, including fire trucks, are the scene, while at least four people are said to have been injured.
The area has also been sealed off with tape and one witness is reporting "heavy police presence".
Officials have only confirmed there is an "active investigation" and have not released any more details or said how many people have been shot.
The church has been sealed off
An alert issued just before 4pm UK time on
Twitter said: "(OOA) Pelham, NH *SHOOTING* Bridge St - Multiple people shot at a church, mutual aid Ambulances requested, no other information available at this time, scene is active - 10/12 - 10:45".
Another read: "Multi shooting Pelham NH- reported to be on Bridge St - multiple m/a en route."
Local media is reporting a shooter has been apprehended.
The church describes itself as "committed to touching lives dramatically and bringing aid and deliverance to all people regardless of race, creed or color throughout all generations."
It adds: "Our church welcomes people from all parts of New England and the Northeast area.
"With strong foundations in the teachings of our Lord, our goal is to continue spread His word, educate our youth and work toward the betterment of our local community."
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