At least 13 people were killed, and six others were injured when a gunman opened fire at a municipal center in Virginia Beach, Virginia on Friday (May 31). The shooting occurred in the Operations building, which houses the public works office. A police officer was shot, but was saved thanks to his bullet proof vest.

According to WAVY, the suspect is deceased and was a longtime city employee who was terminated on Thursday. He was killed by responding officers after he started shooting at them.

"This is the most devastating day in the history of Virginia Beach," said Mayor Bobby Dyer. "The people involved are our friends, coworkers, neighbor, colleagues."

The FBI and the Department of Homeland Security are also on the scene and assisting local police with the investigation.

Authorities found a rifle and pistol at the scene and believe the suspect purchased them legally.

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