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February 14, 2024

Texas Megachurch Shooter Legally Bought AR-15 Despite History of Mental Illness
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Authorities in Texas say the shooter who opened fire at a megachurch in
Houston on Sunday had legally bought an AR-15-style rifle in December
despite having a criminal record and a history of mental illness. Police
identified the shooter as Genesse Ivonne Moreno, who was shot dead by
off-duty police officers working inside Christian pastor Joel Osteen's
church. Two other people were injured, including the shooter's
7-year-old son, who was shot in the head by guards. He remains in
critical condition.


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