Shoppers and employees scrambled into storage areas and hid when they heard gunshots, they told CNN correspondent Ed Lavandera. “We will never know how many lives were saved by the swift actions of our first responders,” Self said during a news conference Saturday night. Keith Self, a Republican whose congressional district includes Allen, said the shooting could have been worse if not for the quick response by law enforcement to the gunfire. The City of Allen tweeted: “Our hearts are with the individuals and families impacted by this tragic event.” Greg Abbott called the attack an “unspeakable tragedy,” saying in a statement that “our hearts are with the people of Allen, Texas.” The attack is one of at least 199 mass shootings this year in the US with four or more people shot, excluding a gunman, according to the Gun Violence Archive. 'This is how people are expected to live now' in America's mass shooting reality (Photo by Megan Varner/Getty Images) Megan Varner/Getty Images Police say one person was killed and four others injured in the shooting and the suspect is still at large. The gunman, with an AR-15 style weapon nearby, appears to be wearing body armor with several extra magazines attached to chest gear.ĪTLANTA, GA - MAY 3: Angela Cooper and Jamese Nathan embrace outside of Northside Hospital medical facility as police officers work the scene of a shooting on in Atlanta, Georgia.

In a photo obtained by CNN, the body of what appears to be the gunman is seen on the ground outside a restaurant location at the mall. Witnesses told CNN that they saw the gunman who was dressed all in black, and was wearing tactical gear. “He heard gunshots, went to the gunshots, engaged the suspect, and neutralized the suspect.” “One of our officers was on an unrelated call at the outlet mall,” said Harvey. The aerial footage appeared to show at least three bodies covered by sheets outside the mall.Īllen Police Chief Brian Harvey described how the shooter was killed. Video from above the scene showed hundreds of shoppers exiting the area, many holding their hands up. Police said an Allen officer killed the shooter. There was a search for a second gunman, according to a source, but police now say they believe the shooter acted alone. Law enforcement officers rushed to the scene and shoppers were evacuated.

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