CO - 3 killed in shootout near/at Planned Parenthood in Colorado Springs, 27 Nov 2015 *Arrest*

[Elley Mae]

It was not immediately clear if the Planned Parenthood building was the shooter's immediate target or if he just wound up there.

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2015/11/2...ted-near-colorado-springs-planned-parenthood/

 

[Elley Mae]

At one point, police warily eyed the shooter from a distance. He was described as bearded, stocky, wearing a trench coat and armed with an AK-style weapon.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/...aded-planned-parenthood-office-colo/76455300/

 

[i.b.nora]

Nine people taken to hospital, additional ambulances are at the scene now. Unknown if they will be needed or not. -CNN

 

[bluesneakers]

Per MSNBC: NYC dispatching law enforcement to Planned Parenthood clinics.

eta: Found a link:

INCREASED PATROLS AT PLANNED PARENTHOOD LOCATIONS IN SUFFOLK CO. AND NYC AFTER COLORADO SPRINGS SHOOTING
http://abc7ny.com/news/increased-pa...-nyc-after-colorado-springs-shooting/1101831/

 

[SCHMAE]

I've been listening to scanner for hours but you don't hear a lot of info there. Has anyone heard any conditions of the wounded ? Hopefully just minor injuries.

 

[bluesneakers]

Press Conference: This started at the planned parenthood building.

 

[Foxfire]

Presser Now-

Incident began at Planned Parenthood Bldg
Incident Active at this time
In process of evacuating Planned Parenthood Bldg- Perp is still in PP Bldg
Due to items brought by perp to PP Bldg<possible IED>., it may be hours after he is apprehended before incident is over and bldg cleared.
Propane tanks? Suspect brought in to facility...

 

[i.b.nora]

Lt. Catherine Buckley Colorado Springs PD Press Update:

Still active scene. Have been in contact with a suspect inside the scene. Have evacuated several people out if the PP building. Not a stabilized scene at this time. The suspect brought some 'items' with him to the building. Some victims made their way to the bank building.

One suspect. Police have NOT confirmed the name of the suspect. Have NOT been in voice contact with the suspect.

Until the Police have the individual, other people in other buildings will NOT be let out. (It is too dangerous.)

Situation is now contained within the PP building. Utmost concern that public (and police) are safe.

Propane tanks were some of the 'items' brought to the building.

 

[Chuz Life]

CNN confirms that the suspect did bring what appears to be a propane tank. If true, that is more along the lines of an attack on the clinic and less a possible robbery or something else gone bad. It doesn't completely rule out a domestic issue unrelated to abortion but it does look more and more like Planned Parenthood was/ is the target of his attack.

 

[bluesneakers]

Statement from Planned Parenthood:

"Our top priority is the safety of our patients and staff. Our hearts go out to everyone involved in this tragic situation. Planned Parenthood has strong security measures in place, works closely with law enforcement agencies, and has a very strong safety record. We don't yet know the full circumstances and motives behind this criminal action and we don't yet know if Planned Parenthood was in fact the target of this attack.
...

We will never back away from providing care in a safe, supportive environment that millions of people rely on and trust."

https://www.plannedparenthood.org/a...nt-regarding-developing-situation-in-colorado

 

[LaborDayRN]

Any update of wounded?

 

[LietKynes]

Marking my spot and sitting on my hands as to my opinion of people who choose to do this...smh.
Hope they catch this deranged individual soon !!

 

[bluesneakers]

Any update of wounded?

The last I heard was six people were taken to the hospital, and no word on their condition.

Three people at a different hospital so nine total.

 

[LaborDayRN]

The last I heard was six people were taken to the hospital, and no word on their condition.

Three people at a different hospital so nine total.

Thanks Blue!!

 

[Elainera]

I have been following this on CNN for hours - all the way over here in India!

I hope nobody is seriously injured, and the guy gives up soon.

 

[Isabelle]

From what was discussed on CNN, it seems that the possibility this perp is in possession of propane tanks sets him apart from the rest. Person on CNN indicated they did not want to go much further with the discussion.

 

[Chuz Life]

Suspect in custody.

 

[ATasteOfHoney]

Fox News stating now that shooter is "detained"...sorry, no link

 

[Elainera]

Nothing of that on CNN yet. Hopefully it's true.

 

[Foxfire]

Suspect Detained per Fox News- Verified