PALM BAY, Fla. — Police are looking for a gunman after three people were shot during a memorial being held at a Palm Bay bar.

  • 3 people shot during memorial service at Palm Bay bar
  • Detectives still trying to identify suspects in shooting
  • Man who lives nearby says he heard what sounded like fireworks

The shooting happened just before 3 p.m. at The Wet Spot bar and lounge on Dixie Highway NE, on the Indian River.

The shooting happened in the outdoor area in the back.

Brian Cory lives just up the road.

“I heard the gunshots," Cory said. "It sounded like fireworks to me at first. My buddies, we came outside (and) saw the fire and police coming in."

Cory saw one of the victims.

“I saw one guy get in the ambulance. (It) looked like his leg was shot.”

Police are talking with the victims and witnesses to gather more information in the investigation.

“There was a memorial for a female. At this point, we don't if it was in reference to that,” said Lt. Mike Bandish with Palm Bay Police.

The three people who were shot were transported to a hospital, two as trauma patients, police said. They were in serious condition at last check.

Police do not have anyone in custody, and detectives were interviewing people at the scene.

Anyone who can provide information on the shooting is asked to call Palm Bay Police at 321-952-3456 reference case number 19-005291.