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Shooter kills 8 people and himself in Pennsylvania - police
DW.com • • nation
Key Points:
- A mass shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania, resulted in eight deaths plus the shooter, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound before police arrived.
- Seven of the victims were related to the 45-year-old shooter, including a 1-year-old girl, a 5-year-old boy, and a pregnant woman; the eighth victim was a family friend.
- The motive behind the shooting remains unknown as authorities continue their investigation, and the shooter's identity has not yet been released.
- Erie Mayor Daria Devlin expressed deep sorrow and solidarity with the victims' families, emphasizing community support during this tragic time.
- Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro offered state support, expressed condolences, and reiterated his commitment to gun control measures following the incident.
