Seven people dead after a gunman opened fire in the streets of Bratislava, Slovakia

A covered body lies on the ground after an unknown man opened fire killing seven people and wounding 14 in Bratislava, 30 Aug 2010

Authorities in Slovakia say seven people are dead after a gunman opened fire in the streets of Bratislava.  Another 14 people were wounded.

The mid-morning shooting Monday took place in a northwestern district, Devinska Nova Ves, of the capital.  Local media said the shooter killed himself after the rampage, but police have not confirmed the reports.

A spokeswoman for a Bratislava hospital said a three-year-old child is among the wounded.

Police have not commented on the attack, but are scheduled to hold a news conference later Monday.

Author: Paola