Gunman massacred 32 people at Virginia Tec · 2007-04-17 10:37
A gunman massacred 32 people at Virginia Tech in the deadliest shooting rampage in modern U.S. history.
According to AFP news agency, two attacks happened two hours apart before the university could understand the situation and warn students.
The gunman committing suicide, bringing the death toll to 33.
Investigators gave no motive for the attack. The gunman’s name was not immediately released, and it was not known whether he was a student.
“Today the university was struck with a tragedy that we consider of monumental proportions,” Virginia Tech President Charles Steger said. “The university is shocked and indeed horrified.”
Two people died in a dorm room, and 31 others were killed in Norris Hall, including the gunman, who put a bullet in his head. At least 15 people were hurt, some seriously. Students jumped from windows in panic.
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