Hi folks —
thought I’d take a moment to update you on a few things.
I live here in Tucson, Arizona, which over the last weekend, was the lightning rod for violence. So much so, that President Obama will be here later today. For those not familiar I’ll re-post the article I wrote (from my face book account)
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Latest on Congresswomen Gabrielle Giffords
by Wayno Guerrini on Saturday, 08 January 2011 at 18:57
Information continues to pour into Tucson in pieces regarding today’s shooting of U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords (D/Az/8th CD). A total of 6 people were killed today, including one child, a girl age 9.
Suspect Jared Lee Loughner was arrested shortly after the shooting. His entries on youtube and myspace paint the portrait of a disturbed young man, who is at the centre of this tragedy.
Amongst those killed today were Federal Judge John Roll. Judge Roll had received death threats in 2009 for certifying a law suit against an Arizona Rancher, brought by il-legal immigrants.
In a televised interview with Pima County Sheriff Clarence Dupnik, he stated that in his opinion, today’s actions were part of a conspiracy. He later stated that a semi-automatic weapon (calibre NOT disclosed) had been used.
Dr. Peter Rhee, the head trauma surgeon at UMC in a news conference earlier said that the bullet passed through and out of Giffords head. Representative Giffords remains hospitalised at University Medical Centre this evening, and is expected the make a full recovery. Other victims were taken to St. Joseph’s and St. Mary’s Hospitals here in Tucson.
People who were holding a vigil for Congresswoman Giffords near her office at the intersections of Pima and Swan, found a package and were cleared from the area, as police investigate the scene. No further information is available.
Meanwhile, Tucson Police Department Chief Roberto Villasenor has stated that some officials, like Giffords neighbour to the north, Congressman Raul Griljalva (D/Az/7th CD) have been extended police protection.
Governor Jan Brewer (R/Az) has ordered ALL flags at half staff.
Wayno Guerrini
interntionalpress.com
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