Children Among Those Killed in Pennsylvania Mass Shooting
In an incident at a home in Erie, a gunman killed eight people, including children, before taking his own life.
Nine people, including a pregnant woman and children, lost their lives as a result of a shooting at a residence in Erie, Pennsylvania, on Friday.
Investigations at the Scene
Erie police responded to an address around 5:00 p.m. on Friday following reports of gunfire. Officers found the lifeless bodies of two women shot with a handgun in the middle of the street, while discovering the bodies of six victims and the suspected gunman inside the house.
Investigation and Statements from Officials
During a press conference held on Saturday, Erie Police Chief Rick Lorah stated that it was too early to discuss the gunman's motive, though mental health issues could have been a factor. Meanwhile, Mayor Daria Devlin noted that some family members living in the house were outside at the time of the incident.