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Old 07-25-2016, 07:12 AM
 
Location: SW Florida
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I'm rather wondering which political event of the previous day will be covered over with this incident.
That is an awful thought, isn't it? The local media is being pretty mum about this event, but it seems that NBC has already decided it's not an act of terrorism. But then, according to the news media, in keeping with the philosophy of the current administration, it never is.

It's a tragedy in any event, and my thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their loved ones.
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Old 07-25-2016, 07:57 AM
 
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That is an awful thought, isn't it? The local media is being pretty mum about this event, but it seems that NBC has already decided it's not an act of terrorism. But then, according to the news media, in keeping with the philosophy of the current administration, it never is.

It's a tragedy in any event, and my thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their loved ones.

So has fox news.
2 dead, 17 hurt in shooting at teen party in Florida nightclub | Fox News

You are from the area so I am sure you are well aware of the violent crime in FT Myers. Ranks in the top 100 in the U.S.
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Old 07-25-2016, 08:02 AM
 
Location: Barrington
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According to the club, they had armed security inside and outside of the club/ restaurant.

The mass shooting was timed to coincide with parents picking up their children.

It is believed to be one of three related shootings, one at a home and one on the street about 5 blocks from the club.

The car was identified. Two fled the car. Police have detained the driver and captured the two who fled on foot.

All three are being detained for questioning. Motive is unknown at this point.
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Old 07-25-2016, 08:06 AM
 
Location: Barrington
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That is an awful thought, isn't it? The local media is being pretty mum about this event, but it seems that NBC has already decided it's not an act of terrorism. But then, according to the news media, in keeping with the philosophy of the current administration, it never is.

It's a tragedy in any event, and my thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their loved ones.
It's all over the national news.

LE says this is not terrorism.

No doubt the kids departing the club felt terrorized, no different than victims/ survivors of any mass shooting.
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Old 07-25-2016, 08:12 AM
 
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are you going to post every shooting in the US followed "let's see which way it goes".
City Data will have to start a new Forum called. "Shootings in the US" to cover THAT. Right.
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Old 07-25-2016, 08:15 AM
 
Location: Sugarmill Woods , FL
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Why are GANGS not looked at as terrorists? They are organized groups who prey on innocents to promote their own agendas that serve their own purposes!
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Old 07-25-2016, 08:17 AM
 
Location: Barrington
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So has fox news.
2 dead, 17 hurt in shooting at teen party in Florida nightclub | Fox News

You are from the area so I am sure you are well aware of the violent crime in FT Myers. Ranks in the top 100 in the U.S.
11/100 " most dangerous cities" are in Florida according to Neighborhood Scout which unlike most data points, evaluates crime in cities with a population of 25,000 or more whereas other sources tend to ignore crime in cities with fewer than 100,000.

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Old 07-25-2016, 08:38 AM
 
Location: Barrington
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Why are GANGS not looked at as terrorists? They are organized groups who prey on innocents to promote their own agendas that serve their own purposes!
The statutory definition of domestic terrorism has changed many times over the years. What seems to differentiate domestic terrorism vs mass murder, is intent- a political purpose.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dome..._United_States

Gang violence tends to be trade related, territory disputes or honor killings.

Used to be that LE had a shot at brokering peace between rival gangs when working with leaders. Those days are gone. The gangs have splintered into thousands of factions with different leaders. No one is in charge.
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Old 07-25-2016, 08:44 AM
 
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Its a hoodrat club. Yes its for under age but these are not the wholesome kids looking for a good night out.
...yeah no cause for alarm. *sarcasm* lol
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Old 07-25-2016, 08:47 AM
 
Location: Del Rio, TN
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Gun attack on teenagers at Fort Myers nightclub



Florida shooting: 'At least two dead and 17 wounded' in gun attack on teenagers at Fort Myers nightclub

So let's see which way this one goes. Terrorist, Gang related or BLM.
You can expect to see Oblubber blaming NRA members in 5 minutes....
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