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crime2 years ago

Tragic Texas Family Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide Following Daughter's Drowning

A family of four in Allen, Texas, was found dead in an apparent murder-suicide, just weeks after their 4-year-old daughter drowned in a swimming pool. The bodies of the parents and their two sons were discovered after a welfare call was made to the police. The Islamic Association of Allen held a prayer vigil for the family, expressing deep sadness over the tragic incident. The investigation is ongoing.

crime2 years ago

Tragic Murder-Suicide Claims Four Lives in Allen, Texas

Four people, including at least one child, were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide in Allen, Texas. Police discovered the bodies during a welfare check after a family member reported being locked out of the home. The identities of the victims have not been released, but it has been confirmed that one of them was a 5th grade student at Olson Elementary. The investigation is ongoing, and counselors are available at the school to support students and parents.

real-estate2 years ago

"Texas Dominates Best Real Estate Markets, Denton and McKinney Among Top Rankings"

McKinney and Frisco in Texas have been rated as the best real estate markets in the United States, according to a study by WalletHub. Four out of the top six property markets in the country are located in North Texas, with Denton ranking fourth and Allen ranking sixth. The study evaluated 300 cities based on factors such as home price appreciation, foreclosure rates, housing affordability, population growth, and unemployment rates. Texas cities dominated the top rankings, with Austin also making it to the list. The Dallas-Fort Worth area, known for its strong population and job growth, saw a moderation in real estate costs after years of soaring prices.

crime2 years ago

"Unveiled: Intense Bodycam Footage of Officer Taking Down Texas Mall Shooter"

Body camera video released by Texas police shows an officer engaging in a routine interaction with children moments before he chased and killed a mass shooter at a mall in Allen, Texas. The officer quickly recognized the danger, grabbed his rifle, and neutralized the threat. The video, released after the officer was cleared of any wrongdoing by a grand jury, shows the officer yelling for others to stay away from the gunman's body. The shooter, who had been forced out of the military due to mental health concerns, killed eight people before being fatally shot by the officer.

crime2 years ago

"Nazi tattoos and peak hour research: Allen mall shooting suspect's disturbing past"

The suspect in the Allen, Texas mall shooting had Nazi tattoos and researched when the mall was busiest before carrying out the attack, which killed eight people and wounded several others. His online activity also revealed a fascination with white supremacy and mass shootings. The gunman was discharged from the Army in 2008 due to mental health issues and apparently had been working as a security guard. Federal agents investigating the shooting have reviewed the online posts, and investigators are examining his financial records and other electronic media to determine his ideological beliefs. Amid protests for stricter gun control, two Republicans sided with Democrats to advance a bill that would raise the age to buy semiautomatic rifles from 18 to 21.

crime2 years ago

Insights into the Allen, Texas mall shooting and the shooter's background emerge.

The mass shooting at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas, on Saturday left eight people dead and seven others injured. The victims ranged in age from 3 to 37 years old and were mostly people of Korean and Indian descent. The shooter, identified as 33-year-old Mauricio Garcia, was killed by police and evidence suggests he held far-right extremist beliefs. Garcia was discharged from the Army for mental health reasons and was wearing a patch with the acronym "RWDS" at the time of the shooting. Police are interviewing Garcia's family, friends, and neighbors to learn more about him and his motive.

mass-shooting2 years ago

Texas DPS releases identities of victims in deadly Allen mall shooting.

The Texas Department of Public Safety has identified all eight deceased victims in the Allen outlet mall shooting that occurred on May 6. Seven victims remain hospitalized. The victims' ages range from 5 to 61 years old. A GoFundMe has been set up for the family of Cindy and Kyu Cho, who were killed alongside their 3-year-old son James. The shooting marks the 242nd mass shooting in the United States this year, and Texas Democrats are pushing for gun safety laws.

crime2 years ago

US Mass Shootings on the Rise: A Look at the Numbers.

The mass shooting in Allen, Texas, which killed eight people and injured seven, is the 22nd mass killing in the US this year, putting 2023 on pace to be one of the deadliest years in recent history for fatal shootings. The data shows that six public fatal shootings were reported in the first third of 2023, which is as many as in all of 2012 and greater than the total number of such shootings in 11 of the 18 years tracked by the database.

society2 years ago

Gun Violence in Texas: Frustration and Anger Grow as Leaders Fail to Act.

Guns are deeply ingrained in towns like Allen, Texas, where they are handed down from generation to generation and are as much a part of an individual’s identity as any other cultural touchstone. Despite being the site of a mass shooting in 2019 and another one on Sunday, the town remains solidly conservative and resistant to gun control measures. The latest mass killing won’t change anything, according to former city council member Lauren Doherty, who lost her seat after voting against a gun range construction.

crime2 years ago

"Texas Mall Shooting Leaves Community in Mourning and Raises Questions on Gun Control and Mental Health"

A gunman opened fire at the Allen Premium Outlets in Allen, Texas, killing at least eight people, including children, and injuring at least seven others before being killed by a police officer. The shooter was identified as Mauricio Garcia, 33, of Dallas, who may have espoused white supremacist ideology. The motive of the gunman remains unknown. The victims have not been publicly identified. This is the second-deadliest shooting of the year in the United States.

crime2 years ago

Deadly Mall Shooting Rocks Texas Community.

A gunman opened fire at a crowded mall outside Dallas, killing at least eight people and injuring at least seven before a police officer killed him. The shooting occurred at the Allen Premium Outlets, which is about 25 miles north of Dallas and has more than 120 stores. The ages of the injured ranged from 5 to 61. The police officer, who was on an unrelated assignment at the mall at the time of the shooting, heard gunfire, rushed toward it and killed the gunman.