Another day, another mass shooting in America.
This time in Annapolis, Maryland at Capital Gazette Newspaper.
While information is still breaking, here’s what we know:
Authorities responded to the scene within 60 seconds to secure the location without hesitation. Law enforcement has not yet revealed a motive. Additionally, it is not known if this was a purposeful target or a random act. Public safety officials found what appeared to be “explosive device” but is believed to be a flammable device.
The Capital Gazette shooting marks the 153rd mass shooting to take place in America. Since a name has not yet been released, he will be referred to as “the 153rd mass killer”.
Today’s shooting in Annapolis is the one hundred and fifty third mass shooting in the USA this year. That’s right, 153 shootings in just under seven months. Hundreds of innocent lives lost. Countless lives changed forever.
This is not okay, and can’t be allowed to go on.
— National School Walkout (@schoolwalkoutUS) June 28, 2018
There is still limited information about the shooter. The 153rd mass killer is reported to be a white male who carried a “long gun”. Although, regardless of what type of gun was used, the frequency and normalcy of mass shootings throughout America is disgusting. The153rd mass killer is being interrogated by authorities and it reported that he is not being forthcoming with information.
Sadly, several people are injured and 5 are confirmed dead. Four people died in the building, while the 5th died while being airlifted to a nearby hospital. Currently, public safety officials have reported that the building is secured.
A reporter for the Capital Gazette shared his horrifying experience via twitter after being safely evacuated from the building.
There is nothing more terrifying than hearing multiple people get shot while you're under your desk and then hear the gunman reload
— Phil Davis (@PhilDavis_CG) June 28, 2018
The Capital Gazette, publishes The Capital newspaper that services the local Annapolis area. The company also publishes two smaller online publications. The staff at Unwritten, sends our love and demand for change to Annapolis.
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