NBC News reported, citing a police source, that at least 22 people were killed and between 50 and 60 others were injured yesterday, Wednesday, in a random shooting in the city of Lewiston, in the American state of Maine.

Maine State Police and a local official had previously reported a shooting on Wednesday evening, but did not provide details. "There is a person shooting in Lewiston. We are asking people to shelter in place. Please remain inside your homes with doors closed. Law enforcement is currently investigating multiple locations," Maine State Police said on the X platform.

The Androscoggin Mayor's Office posted two photos of the suspect on Facebook, saying he was at large. The mayor asked the public's help in identifying the suspect, a bearded man wearing a long-sleeved shirt and jeans who was carrying a rifle at the shooting site. Maine Medical Center in Lewiston issued a statement saying it was “responding to numerous injuries and random shootings” and coordinating with area hospitals to receive patients.

Lewiston is part of the Androscoggin region and is located about 56 kilometers north of Portland, the largest city in Maine. The Sun Journal, citing a Lewiston police spokesman, reported that shooting occurred at three different locations.

An official in Washington said that President Joe Biden has been briefed on the incident and will continue to receive updates.