Orlando Enforces Curfew After Halloween Shooting

In response to a Halloween shooting that resulted in two deaths and eight injuries, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer declared a state of emergency, implementing a curfew from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. and restricting alcohol sales after midnight in downtown Orlando for one week. The suspect, a 17-year-old, has been charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder. The measures aim to enhance public safety but have drawn mixed reactions from locals and business owners, with some expressing concerns about financial impacts during a peak business period. Business owners like Justin Kihano acknowledge the financial loss but prioritize safety, while Thomas O’Toole criticizes the blanket restrictions that affect businesses not involved in the incident. Additional security measures, including checkpoints, are being considered to prevent future incidents, and the curfew applies to the downtown entertainment district while exempting essential workers and emergency personnel.