Day 2 of the Beyond Wonderland dance music festival was canceled after a shooting incident on June 17, leaving two people dead and three others injured. The festival, organized by Insomniac Events, took place at The Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Washington.
The shooting occurred around 8:30 p.m. in the camping area, with the gunman firing randomly into the crowd. The authorities have not released the names of the gunman or the victims, and the motives behind the shooting remain unknown.
The second day of the festival was canceled, and the organizers expressed their appreciation to the local authorities and staff for their quick response and extended condolences to those affected by the tragic event. Beyond Wonderland is a flagship festival brand of Insomniac Events and is held annually at The Gorge, featuring renowned electronic artists. The canceled lineup for the second day included performances by Marshmello, Afrojack, Subtronics, and others.
