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The previews were ending Thursday evening for the screening of the comedy "Trainwreck" when a man stood up, pulled out a handgun and began firing indiscriminately, according to CNN.
The shooter, a 58-year-old white man, killed two people and wounded nine others at the Louisiana multiplex before he killed himself, police said.
Because the shooting occurred just days from the verdict in the Aurora theater massacre, and its saturation news coverage, there was some speculation whether the shooting was a copycat crime, CNN reported.
"There's nothing to believe that there was any kind of motive," said Col. Michael Edmonson of the Louisiana State Police.
"We want to talk to the (victims') families first and let them know what happened," Edmonson said. "We owe them that respect."
The shooting took place during the 7:10 p.m. (CDT) screening of "Trainwreck" at The Grand Theater 16 in Lafayette, a city of about 120,000 people, 60 miles west of Baton Rouge, according to CNN.
About 100 people were inside when the bullets flew. An alarm went off, followed by an overhead intercom message asking patrons to get out, according to CNN.
The latest U.S. shooting prompted one Twitter user to post this message:
USA fill the blanks news report. A ___ entered a ___ and opened fire with a _____. ___ people were killed. Pray for _______. #Lafayette — Cogito Ergo Atheos (@Cynicalreality) July 24, 2015
"It appears the shooter died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after discharging his weapon numerous times," said Lafayette Police Chief Jim Craft.
The shooting occurred six days after the conviction of James Holmes in the Aurora, Colorado, theater shooting that left 12 people dead and 70 people wounded.
On July 20, 2012, Holmes opened fire during a screening of "The Dark Knight Rises" using an AR-15 rifle, a 12-gauge shotgun and at least one .40 caliber handgun. Holmes was arrested outside the theater a short time later.
After Thursday's theater shooting, the star of "Trainwreck," the comedian Amy Schumer, tweeted, "My heart is broken and all my thoughts and prayers are with everyone in Louisiana."
157 Entries
ken grabowski
August 3, 2015
There are two more angels in heaven
Jeneva Thomas
August 3, 2015
I would like to offer you my thoughts and prayers during this unexpected time of your life. There are no words that could bring mourning or grieve to an end, but please know that God has a much greater way that will bring these things to an end Matthew 5: 4.
Kimberly Newingham
August 3, 2015
Thought and Prayers for the Victims and families.
How you can show support
July 31, 2015
God Bless --- May you both be at Peace with the Lord
Vania
July 31, 2015
What a tragic event. In this difficult time I pray God's Word may help you cope , for he never forgets you. Isaiah 49:15
Jose Dolores
July 30, 2015
Tragities like this are becoming more common with every passing day. Innocent people become victims and families suffer with the emotions pain that comes with loosing a loved one. To the victims families I send my condolences. May God be your refuge during this time and grant you peace of mind. (Psalms 91:9)
Casteigne family
July 30, 2015
our prayers and condolences to the families of the young student and gifted artist. Also to all those whose lives were touched by these wonderful people. And hope for all in the Lafayette area. God bless and keep you.
Pamela
July 30, 2015
My condolences and prayers go out two you and all the familes.May you find peace and comfort that god cares for you.Proverbs 6:16,17
K Johnson
July 30, 2015
My Condolences to the Families and Victims of this senseless tragedy. May you gain Comfort in the Hope of God's Kingdom where all such violence will be no more. (Psalms 72:14) & (Daniel 2:44).
KM
July 30, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that this tragedy has not gone unnoticed by God, and He will give you the strength needed to endure the days ahead. Look forward to the time in the near future when peace prevails on earth. (Ps 37:10, 11)
July 30, 2015
This was such a horrible tragedy, my sympathies to you and your families. May the God of peace be with all of you during this difficult time.
July 29, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Johnson family on your loss in such a horrible tragedy. May god comfort you during these distressing times.
Barbara
July 29, 2015
I am sorry to hear that you have lost a loved one in death. I have found comfort from reading the scriptures in the Bible at Ecclesiastes 9:5,10.
Patrick Pulliam
July 29, 2015
Sorry to hear this terrible news.
c holland
July 29, 2015
Thoughts and prayers fpor both of the families
July 29, 2015
Dear Breaux and Johnson Families I am so sorry for your loss. There usually is not much that can be said at a time like this that will make you feel better. May you find comfort in knowing that God plans on bringing an end to wickedness and blessing all the righteous (Psalms 37:7-9, 11,29) ~ Linda, Queens, NY
J. Lewis
July 28, 2015
My heart goes out in deepest sympathy to the families of Julian Johnson and Mayci Breaux for the tragic loss of their dear loved ones. I pray that God comforts and strengthens all of you through this time of sorrow. (Psalms 145:14, 18)
@,t hudson sr
July 28, 2015
In prayer for the victims families. In this ungodly act, may God mercy grace.and love. Shield and shelter each love ones in his arms.
M
July 28, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
July 27, 2015
My sincerest sympathies to the victims' families. Whatever prayer, whatever request for favor may be made by you, may our heavenly Father hear from the heavens and answer, for he knows each one's plague and he alone truly knows every human heart. (1 Kings 8:38, 39)
July 27, 2015
To the families and friends,
Sorry for your loss. Please receive my sincere condolences. May you find comfort from our loving Father who promises to eliminate death forever. 1Cor.15:26.
Janel Marks
July 27, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ashley
July 27, 2015
Praying for these two families that has lost two beautiful ladies! They are with our Lord Savior now watching over you.
July 27, 2015
My grand daughter goes to that very theatre . My heart started pounding almost out of my chest & I got physically sick . My Heart goes out to all of you. I'm so very sorry for the loss of your loved ones. Praying that God will give ya'll the peace that only He can give. Both women went home to their Lord Fly High Angels,Fly high. The Whittington family from Liberty Ms.
Paulette
July 27, 2015
How sad to see such young lives loss. My condolences to the families of all the victims. May our loving Creator give you comfort and strength to deal with your grief. 2 Corinth. 1:3,4.
TROYLYN & ALFRED JEFFERSON SR. & FAMILY
July 27, 2015
TO THESE FAMILIES MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL DASILY, KEEP YOUR HANDS IN GOD'S UNCHANGING HANDS,GOD BLESS YOU ALL.NOLA
Charles
July 27, 2015
Dear family and friends, so sorry for your loss, you can find the comfort you need in God's word at John (5:25, 28-29) my condolences.
July 26, 2015
So sorry for this tragedy. May you both rest in God's peace. Love to the families.
Carol Stewart
July 26, 2015
My family sends our very deepest condolences. We cannot imagine what you have had to endure.
May your faith and community embrace your shatter hearts. Sending love, warm hugs and prayers to everyone. Take care!
Debbie Rahaw
July 26, 2015
Rest In Peace Sorry For Your Lost
Millicent Lusco
July 26, 2015
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with both families. God Bless both of these beautiful women.
July 26, 2015
Praying for these two women, may God comfort your family and loved ones during this diffcult time.
Joan Dittman-Guthrie
July 26, 2015
God Bless you both and your families
Terri Dunaway
July 26, 2015
May you rest in peace in a place where there is no evil, the light is the light of God, no one can ever hurt you again, and all you will feel is the Heavenly love of God. Prayers will continue for those who survive you on earth.
gloria tucker
July 26, 2015
With sincere sympathy on the loss of your loved ones to such a violent crime. May you seek comfort in knowing that God cares and will answer the cry of innocent victims as promised at Psalm 72:14 - "From oppression and from violence he will rescue them. And their blood will be precious in his eyes.
Sallie
July 26, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. One of the greatest causes of grief is the loss of a loved one in death. It's during this time, we need comfort that soothes our heart that only God's word can give.May you find comfort in knowing that God made hope for the dead possible by sending his Son to die for us all. (John 3:16)Those who die God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15)
Judie
July 25, 2015
May the families and friends of Mayci and Jillian find solace and peace in their treasured memories. Millions of people can find inspiration in the way these young women lived and loved. They are etched in so many hearts!
July 25, 2015
To the families of the victims of the shooting in the theater, may you realize that everyone is praying for you. Please no that God has these two girls with them right now. May you be comforted in knowing that you have millions upon millions of praying for you. GOD Bless and stay strong.
Glen Hausfeld
July 25, 2015
Peace.
Joy Farrow
July 25, 2015
May God bless these families and bring them peace during this time of grief. Praying their beautiful memories will bring them smiles and warm their hearts. So sorry for your tragic loss.
Rogers Theriot
July 25, 2015
May GOD bless these Two young ladies.
dara ducote
July 25, 2015
I am sending prayers for both families that loss their love one to such a tragedy that shouldn't happen
Rutherford
July 25, 2015
May God shower you with blessings that pour over you a hail storm of comfort.
T C
July 25, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know the friends and families of these two are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless
July 25, 2015
So so sorry to hear of your loss so senseless and heart wrenching just wanted to give so encouragement frr future days and years ahead the bible speaks of a time when no more sickness death or pain in the new world to come a time for us all to put the wickedness of this world aside and really enjoy that kingdom Jesus taught us to pray for
Mr. & Mrs. Charles G. Turner, Sr. & Family
July 25, 2015
To the families of the Louisiana Shooting Victims
May God Bless And Comfort You
By: Charles G. Turner, Sr.
At times like this when we don't know what to do
Just talk to God and he will see you through
When words sometimes just won't do and you don't know what to say
Just talk to God and let him have his way
When friends and family come and go
Just remember that God has an open door
At times like this when words alone won't do
May God bless and comfort you
Susan
July 25, 2015
You both along with your families are in our hearts and in our thoughts!
We send love and feel your sorrow, because it could have been our family members as well! But God chose them for angels this time! May their souls be blessed by God and live on forever! You can see their true beauty in and out!
Ann Kline
July 25, 2015
Prayers include all dealing with this tragedy.
May there be comfort knowing the vctims are at Peace. May we all know peace ,and show compassion to all.
Gwen Bizette
July 25, 2015
So very very sorry for your loss! May somehow you find comfort with your family friends and faith.
Megan Archer
July 25, 2015
Prayers are with the two families during this tragic time. RIP
July 25, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mary Treadway
July 25, 2015
HE Will Raise Them Up On Eagle's Wings,
Bear Them On The Breath Of Dawn,
Make Them To Shine Like The Sun,
And Hold Them In The Palm Of HIS HAND.
Tiffany T
July 25, 2015
God Bless your families and the survivors of this horrible event.
deb s
July 25, 2015
So sad God bless
July 25, 2015
Let there be peace on earth.
God Bless all of the families in this rampage.
July 25, 2015
WE ARE HEART BROKEN FOR THE FAMILIES & FRIENDS OF THE LOUISIANA SHOOTING VICTIMS.
LEAN ON JESUS TO HEAL YOUR HURT.
ONE DAY A TIME SWEET JESUS.
THERE BE NO MORE PAIN &
NO TEARS IN HEAVEN.
WHEN ALL GET TO HEAVEN,
WHAT A DAY OF REJOICING THAT WILL BE.
Liz, Fla.
July 25, 2015
Heartbreaking news to learn about this tragedy. Although no words can take the pain away, our Heavenly Father can grant you the inner peace you need to deal with your loss - for He becomes the stronghold to those who are in distress. Psalms 9:9.
July 25, 2015
This is truly unfortunate that two young woman having their whole lives ahead of them would be tragically killed in such a horrific event. May their families take comfort in knowing not only will they have the chance to see them again in the very near future, but to be with them forever in paradise conditions right here on earth.
Psalms 37:10,11
10 Just a little while longer, and the wicked will be no more;l
You will look at where they were,
And they will not be there.
11 But the meek will possess the earth, And they will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace.
July 25, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to each of the Breaux and Johnson family.Coping with any loss is an on-going challenge and more so when unforeseen.
May each of you find continued comfort, peace of mind, and future hope in the words of Numbers 23:19 quote,"God is not a mere man who tells lies...When he says something, will he not do it? When he speaks, will he not carry it out?" - New World Translation Holy Scriptures. - We have the true God's (Psalms 83:18) guarantee that Earth will be free of today's problems, and those R.I.P. will be given an opportunity to enjoy living on Earth again, but in conditions free from fear, etc.
May the "Flame of Memories" of times spent Jillian & Mayci light up your days to look forward to Earth's future with Hope.
Jane G. & Family
Calif., & Louisiana
jw
Yolanda Verrilli
July 25, 2015
Prayers go out to the family during this difficult time..
Aaron
July 25, 2015
This is so unfortunate my prayers goes out to the victims & families who were directly effected by this heartless crime! We look forward to the day when all wickedness will be removed forever (Psa 37:9,10) In the meantime please allow all the good memories you share bring you much comfort in these trying times. Always remembering God is there to comfort & heal your broken heart. (Psa 147:3).
Bill "BUCK " Murray
July 25, 2015
I didn't know either of you , but I know somehow the world is a poorer place without you in it ! Godspeed and Rest in Peace Sweet Souls .
C P
July 25, 2015
It is so sad to see all this tragedies happening all around us. We can rest assured that our loving heavenly father had promised a better way of living here on hearth when everyone on this planet had been thought by him. May you also find comfort in knowing that God has promised there will be a day when our love ones will live again here on earth since he had planned to give back life to those that had die.
R Thomas
July 25, 2015
May the "God of all Comort" and the "Hearer of Prayer" be with both families during this tragic time. Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences.
C Little
July 25, 2015
How tragic a loss of two beautiful young people with so much left to do and share. It reminds us that life is unpredictable and that "time and unexpected events" do indeed happen (Ecclesiastes 9:11). May you fond comfort over time with fond memories of your loved ones.
July 25, 2015
Matthew 6:9,10 Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. Let your kingdom come...
The Wright's
July 25, 2015
Rest in peace Beautiful Angel's
Doris Olford
July 25, 2015
It's praying time!
The Robinson Family
July 25, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families and may God sustain you and know that your grief and loss is felt by us all.
A Duke
July 25, 2015
My heart goes out to your families for this tragic loss. May the God of peace and tender mercies comfort you all.
Tracie Johnson
July 25, 2015
So sorry for the loss of your loved one, may God be with the family at this difficult time.
Louise Borne
July 25, 2015
Rest in peace. God will carry your family through this!
Lea Swinney
July 25, 2015
My Prayers go out to all in the
La. theater shooting.
GOD BLESS ALL.
July 25, 2015
God grant the families of these wonderful women peace & love forever...
Lancaster, PA
July 25, 2015
Thoughts and Prayers are with both families. May they rest in peace/
Sheila
July 25, 2015
So sad. God bless you both.
GWEN BONNER
July 24, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with those effected by the tragedy in Lafayette ,Louisiana.
My our loving Lord comfort and console the brokenhearted who mourn the loss of their loved ones.
Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy.
May peace and Christ be with you.
Berniz Rincon
July 24, 2015
My condolences to the families. May they RIP
July 24, 2015
It is with a heavy heart that I send my prayers and thoughts to these two families.
May you find peace
July 24, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the two beautiful young ladies who passed away at the theater in Louisiana. Lisa McKaughan West Columbia, SC
Sonya bonneau
July 24, 2015
Heaven has gained 2 new Angels. Fly high sweet Angels!
Alicia
July 24, 2015
Our family was so hurt by this ugly act ........ know you are not alone dear family ... Ro.15:13May the God who gives hope fill you with all joy and peace by your trusting in him, so that you may abound in hope with power of holy spirit.
Jennie Andersen
July 24, 2015
My deepest condolence, go to the victims, and their families,of the Louisiana shootings. Many,Many,BLESSING, TO EACH AND EVERYONE.
lisa n family
July 24, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of these 2beautiful lives...who had a lot to offer...such a tragedy may the families know that we have them in our prayers n thoughts ....at this difficult time...that they are not alone....
Marlene
July 24, 2015
I am very sorry for the families loss. Please overcome these difficult times with the hope God has given us through his word for the near future. John 5:25-29 gives us an overview of what he has planned for humanity. These verses can bring hope and peace to you and your family.
Karen Bains
July 24, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to the families that lost their loved ones. May God bring you healing and peace during this difficult time.
Karen Bains
Brionna Day
July 24, 2015
My condolences are within the victims families and friends.
July 24, 2015
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH EVERYONE.
MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND ALL.
BEAUTIFUL YOUNG LADIES GONE TOO SOON.
BUT, PRAISE GOD, THEY ARE SAFE AT LAST.
WHAT A GLORIOUS DAY THAT WILL BE,
WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN.
PEACE AT LAST.
BJ,FLA.
Lewises
July 24, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the families. May the strength from GOD sustain you through this very difficult time now and in the days ahead.
Pamela Day
July 24, 2015
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