Photo: Man Shoots A Little Girl (Age 7) And Her Mother Outside Of Soccer Practice
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This happened about 2 miles from my home. Taylor Sportsplex is where you can play ice hockey and also indoor soccer.
The story broke yesterday. At the time we knew the little girl and mother were still alive. The gunman died of a self inflicted gun shot.
Yesterday, we did not know anything about the situation... as to why??? What would make someone do this???
Fox 2 News has now confirmed...
1. The little girl is dead. Age 7.
2. The gunman age 57 is dead. Was known to be a friend of the family.
3. The mom age 37 is clinging to her life and is expected to recover.
4. The gunman had a valid CPL and was carrying a 9mm. The girl attended her soccer practice as normal. Witnesses claim the 57 year old was seen hugging the little girl... and acting normal during practice. Once practice ended he walked with the mother and daughter to the car. Police confirm the little girl was shot and killed first. Then, he shot and wounded the mother. He eventually shot and killed himself.
5. People who have come forward with details.... claim the man was possessed. Saying... he always talked about someone was out to get him. Though... he was never diagnosed with any type of illness. He had no known criminal record. Only an impaired driving conviction in 2001.
6. The Police Chief claims... people should of came forward with all of these details months ago. He may not of been able to obtain the firearm in this "state of mind".
An innocent life... taken away... by some clown with a gun. Sad.