Police report that the shooter’s in custody but are still advising area residents to shelter in place
Early reports of a mass shooting at a synagogue in a Pittsburgh neighborhood are saying eight people have died and three police officers were shot. The suspect, a white male, is in custody but police are still urging people to stay out of the area as it’s under investigation.
The latest on Pittsburgh synagogue shooting:
*At least 8 people are dead
*Three police officers were shot
*Suspect, a white male, surrendered
*Authorities still urging people to avoid the area https://t.co/hmkCGdFSF4 pic.twitter.com/esyWCjGi3b— CBS News (@CBSNews) October 27, 2018
The Chicago Tribune reports that the shooting took place at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill neighborhood.
BREAKING: Pittsburgh police: Multiple casualties at Tree of Life synagogue in Squirrel Hill pic.twitter.com/V4nnONkkSl
— NBC News (@NBCNews) October 27, 2018
BREAKING: Police: Pittsburgh synagogue shooter is in custody; many injuries, including 3 officers shot. pic.twitter.com/2xm1jw4bst
— NBC News (@NBCNews) October 27, 2018
There was a bris scheduled to take place in the building this morning with services beginning for Shabbat around 9:45.
Former Pres of Pittsburgh Synagogue under attack says:
— 3 different congregations hold service in 3 different areas of this building
— Shabbat service began 945am
— 20-30 people typically in building
— Bris ceremony was slated to take place this am for an infant#Breaking— ReenaCBS (@reenaninan) October 27, 2018
Americans are watching yet another horrific mass shooting tragedy unfold, this time at a Pittsburgh synagogue.
Every nation is home to bigots, racists and misogynists – only America gives them easy access to arsenals and ammunition. pic.twitter.com/c4qk2MYPI5
— Shannon Watts (@shannonrwatts) October 27, 2018
The most recent directive from Pennsylvania State Police asks residents to continue avoiding the area. Police spokesman Chris Togneri says there’s no more information at this time because law enforcement is still working to clear the area.
Actor is in custody. Please continue to avoid the area.
— PA State Police (@PAStatePolice) October 27, 2018
Meanwhile, President Trump says the outcome would’ve been different with more guns. “If they had protection inside, the results would have been far better,” he told reporters.
Trump says the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting has "little" to do with gun laws: "If they had protection inside, the results would have been far better." (via CBS) pic.twitter.com/2z9JGCZXvb
— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) October 27, 2018
The synagogue is located at the intersection of Wilkins and Shady avenues in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood, which is the “hub” of the city’s Jewish community. The shooter reportedly yelled “All Jews must die” as he walked into the building.
These details are horrific, but sadly, not terribly shocking in 2018 America. Our hearts are broken for the city of Pittsburgh and the Jewish community.