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At Least 8 Dead, 3 Cops Wounded, After Shooting At Pittsburgh Synagogue; Gunman Shouted "All Jews Must Die"



Congregants had reportedly gathered for a bris ceremony before Shabbat services slated for later in the morning.

Horrible. Another Looney Shooter. Disgusting.

At Least 8 Dead, 3 Cops Wounded, After Shooting At Pittsburgh Synagogue; Gunman Shouted "All Jews Must Die"

Sat, 10/27/2018 - 10:34
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Update (11:40 am ET): As police check the identity of the middle-aged suspect, here's a recap of what we know so far...

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KDKA ✔ @KDKA

#BREAKING: #Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting:
--8 dead
--3 police officers shot
--Gunman arrested, walked in yelling "All Jews must die."
--Tree of Life Synagogue
--Live coverage: https://cbsloc.al/2MHb7LR
Latest details: https://cbsloc.al/2JkzePd
11:30 AM - Oct 27, 2018

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Update (11:35 am ET): Police have cleared the synagogue with a robot and are now seeking to clear it for bombs with a canine.
NBC News has published a live feed from the scene:

NBC News ✔ @NBCNews

Replying to @NBCNews
LIVE: NBC News Special Report: Multiple casualties reported in shooting near Pittsburgh synagogue. https://nbcnews.to/2AtY24k https://www.pscp.tv/w/1vAxREQDBeNJl
11:27 AM - Oct 27, 2018

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CNN reported that the synagogue has, in the past, been targeted with anti-semitic graffiti like swastikas. According to scanner reports, three officers were wounded in a gun-battle with the suspect. The FBI has been notified and Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said the White House is "continuing to monitor" the situation.
NBC News reported that a bris ceremony was taking place when the shooter barged in. Shabbat services had been scheduled for later that morning. While earlier scanner reports said as many as 11 were dead on arrival, multiple media reports say at least 8 people have died. The Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh said there were between 80 and 100 people inside during the shooting.
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Update (11:15 am ET): Police have the shooter in handcuffs and are in the process of clearing the synagogue. According to scanner reports, at least 11 people have been tagged "dead on arrival."
Here's the scene from a few blocks away:

Meghan Schiller ✔ @MeghanKDKA

#BREAKING: Suspect has surrendered. He is injured. Here is the scene just a few blocks away from the synagogue. At least 8 people killed @KDKA
11:14 AM - Oct 27, 2018

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Update (11:11 am ET): The suspect has reportedly surrendered according to police scanner reports. According to police scanner reports, he was armed with a Glock pistol and an AR-15.
At least four people have died and a cop has been shot in the wrist. The suspect is crawling out of the building and communicating with the SWAT team.
According to police, the suspect's name is Robert Bower (though this hasn't been confirmed yet by police). He is 46 years old. He reportedly shouted "all Jews must die" at police after being subdued. The suspect was officially in cuffs as of 11:13 am ET.

More bodies are reportedly being brought out. Police have also found a "military style" package on the first floor.

Donald J. Trump ✔ @realDonaldTrump



Watching the events unfolding in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Law enforcement on the scene. People in Squirrel Hill area should remain sheltered. Looks like multiple fatalities. Beware of active shooter. God Bless All!
11:08 AM - Oct 27, 2018

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With the country still on edge from the flurry of more than a dozen attempted mail bombings of prominent Democratic political figures this past week, as many as eight people have been killed after a gunman opened fire during Shabbat services at a synagogue in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood. The shooter, who is armed with an AK-47, has taken members of the congregation hostage, according to Pittsburgh's CBS affiliate station.


Officers were forced to hide behind their cars after arriving at Tree of Life Congregation, which islocated on the corner of Wilkens and Shady Avenues, as the gunman opened fire on them. At least 4 have been confirmed dead, and scanner reports suggest the total could already be seven or eight. According to one report, the gunman is holed up on the third floor of the synagogue and is engaged in a gun battle with members of the SWAT team.



As one YouTuber who put the scanner feed online noted, "we're listening to a terrorist attack in real time."
Here are some excerpts from the scanner courtesy of RT:

Details of dramatic police standoff with the shooter are emerging via police radio broadcast on the Broadcastify website. An officer at the scene has told his colleagues over the police radio that there are "four down in the atrium." Another one said "I've got one alive."
"We need armor," one police officer is heard saying, while another one requested to "open up the back for rescue."

Saturday is Shabbat in the Jewish faith, and the shooting reportedly took place during a crowded prayer service.

Matt Maisel ✔ @Matt_Maisel

Oh no. No no no. This is Saturday, Shabbat, the busiest day of the week at a synagogue. Tree of Life is one of the most congregated in Pittsburgh. Please no.
Meghan Schiller ✔ @MeghanKDKA

#BREAKING: We are on our way to Wilkins Avenue for reports of a reported active shooter at the Tree of Life Synagogue. @KDKA is headed to the scene. Avoid the area.




10:33 AM - Oct 27, 2018

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According to one local reporter, Tree of Life has one of the largest congregations in the city.
According to the Daily Mirror, the area around the Tree of Life Congregation Synagogue and the area surrounding it have been sealed off.

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Meghan Schiller ✔ @MeghanKDKA

#BREAKING: We are on our way to Wilkins Avenue for reports of a reported active shooter at the Tree of Life Synagogue. @KDKA is headed to the scene. Avoid the area.
10:07 AM - Oct 27, 2018 · Pittsburgh, PA

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Chris Lovingood WTAE @CLovingoodWTAE

video at the tweet

BREAKING: HEAVY POLICE ACTIVITY AT TREE OF LIFE SYNAGOGUE IN SQUIRREL HILL
10:23 AM - Oct 27, 2018

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One purported witness said she saw "15+" police cars speeding toward the synagogue.

vote.org | 11-6-18 @ortegolauren

There was just a man who opened fire in the synagogue down the street from my job. We’ve seen 15+ police cars drive by.
10:20 AM - Oct 27, 2018

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Locals have been asked to avoid the area. Nearby Carnegie Mellon University is reportedly on lockdown.

Pgh Public Safety ✔ @PghPublicSafety

ALERT: There is an active shooter in the area of WILKINS and Shady. Avoid the area. More info will be released when it is available.
10:34 AM - Oct 27, 2018

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https://www.zerohedge.com/news/2018-...urgh-synagogue

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AT LEAST 8 SHOT DEAD AT PITTSBURGH SYNAGOGUE
'ALL JEWS MUST DIE'

Another mass shooting and the shooter yells “all Jews must die”. Let me guess...will the shooter suddenly be wearing a MAGA hat?

Moving to Other Topics from General Discussion since immigration is not mentioned.

He blamed Jews for helping 'invaders' in migrant caravans

Originally Posted by JohnDoe2

He blamed Jews for helping 'invaders' in migrant caravans

Well, since this came to light will move to News now from Other Topics.

Originally Posted by Jean

Well, since this came to light will move to News now from Other Topics.

Yep, guess the story evolved into more than was originally reported. You're doing a great job of staying on top of things. Thank you.