ALLEN, TEXAS mass shooting

Tragedy in Allen, Texas: Gunman Kills Eight and Wounds Seven

A shooting at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas on Saturday has left eight people dead and at least seven others wounded. Local officials report that the gunman, a 33-year-old man, was killed by police outside the mall. He was armed with an AR-15 style rifle, according to a senior law enforcement source. The shooter's social media presence and insignia on his clothing have led investigators to look into potential extremist ties.

The victims of the attack ranged in age from 5 to 61 years old, according to a local medical group. Several of the wounded are still hospitalized in the Dallas area. This tragic incident is yet another in a series of mass shootings that have occurred throughout the United States in recent years, highlighting the urgent need for action to prevent gun violence. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.