Shooting, stabbing at club kills 1, hurts 6 including deputy

SALEMBURG, NC (AP) — Authorities say one person was killed and six others, including a police officer, have been hurt after a large fight that involved gunshots and a stabbing at a North Carolina country club.

Sampson County deputies said in a news release that officers found several groups fighting after responding to multiple 911 calls around 2:30 a.m. Sunday at the Lakewood Country Club in Salemburg.

Investigators say seven people needed medical treatment. Three were shot, two were beaten and one was stabbed, while a deputy suffered a minor cut to the arm.

Authorities say Anthony King died at the hospital from a gunshot wound and at least one other person was seriously injured

Deputies say the clubhouse was being rented for a private party. The investigation continues. No arrests have been made.