Gunman kills 8 family members, himself in Erie, Pennsylvania
A 45-year-old man shot dead eight relatives, including a pregnant woman and two young children, before taking his own life Friday evening.
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- 45-year-old gunman killed eight family members and himself in Erie, PA
- Victims included a pregnant woman, a 1-year-old girl, and a 5-year-old boy
- Shooting began outside the home around 5 p.m. Friday, continued inside
- Police found nine bodies total; motive unknown, mental health cited as possible factor
- Governor Shapiro and Mayor Devlin pledged state and local support
A 45-year-old man opened fire outside a home on Perry Street in Erie, Pennsylvania, around 5 p.m. Friday, killing two women on the street before entering the residence and shooting seven more people inside. Police found all nine bodies, including the gunman's, after responding to a ShotSpotter alert at 4:52 p.m.
The victims ranged from a 1-year-old girl and a 5-year-old boy to adults aged 19 to 51. Eight were family members of the shooter; the ninth was a family friend. One woman was eight months pregnant.
“Some scenes stay with you long after you leave them. This is one of those tragic scenes.”
Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah called the scene the worst he had witnessed in 28 years and said mental health may be a factor, though a motive remains under investigation. The gunman used a .40-caliber handgun registered to him.
Mayor Daria Devlin and Governor Josh Shapiro offered condolences and pledged state support. Shapiro, who has advocated for gun control, said his administration would assist the grieving community.
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