Three people have been injured after a shooting in the Netherlands.

The incident happened during a summer carnival in the Dutch port city of Rotterdam tonight, according to police.

Officers fired several shots at the gunman.

Both the shooter and the victims were taken to hospital having suffered injuries.

However, it’s not known how badly hurt they are.

A shooting had taken place earlier in the day during the same event, police said in a separate statement.

Terrifying videos show huge crowds of people desperately running away from the scene of the incident.

A Dutch Caribbean festival, called Zomercarnaval, has been taking place in the city today.

It’s known for being one of Europe’s biggest street parties.

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