In the aftermath of the recent tragedy at a New Hampshire hospital, where a shooting sent shockwaves through the community, lawmakers are stepping up to address the urgent need for comprehensive solutions.
Lawmakers Mobilize in the Wake of New Hampshire Hospital Shooting
Politicians in Concord, New Hampshire, denounced the “senseless violence” that occurred at a state-run hospital on Friday afternoon, killing two people, including the gunman.
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen expressed her shock at the reports of the shootings and her close observation of the situation, writing, “My heart goes out to all those impacted by this senseless violence.”
Senator Maggie Hassan said she prayed for the victims of the shooting and was appreciative of the work done by law enforcement.
Hassan continued, expressing her shock at learning that the shooting victim had passed away from their wounds.
The shooting victim, their family, and the Concord community were in Congresswoman Ann McLane Kuster‘s thoughts and hearts, she said, expressing her heartbreak at the latest information.
She also expressed her gratitude to first responders and state police for arriving at the “horrifying” scene so swiftly.
Rep. Chris Pappas expressed his gratitude to law enforcement for their prompt response and acknowledged the speed at which they arrived at the Concord scene.
Gov. Chris Sununu released information regarding the shooting on X, formerly known as Twitter, just before five o’clock in the evening. He said that the incident had been contained and that the state had moved quickly to mobilize.
In addition, the governor promised to give as much information as possible as events developed.
Later on Friday night, the attorney general’s office in New Hampshire identified the victim as Bradley Haas, a 63-year-old resident of Franklin, New Hampshire. At approximately 3:30 p.m., Haas was working security at the hospital’s front lobby entrance when he was shot in the course of duty.
Haas, a father and veteran of the law enforcement system, was previously the chief of the Franklin Police Department, according to the attorney general. After serving three years as a military police officer in the US Army, he started out as a patrol officer and worked for 28 years in his hometown department.
The attorney general’s office further stated that his family has requested privacy at this time.
As the investigation is ongoing, the identity of the shooter has not yet been made public by the authorities.
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