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13 Confirmed Dead, 30 Injured In Ft. Hood Shooting
Gunman Identified As Army Major Death toll of shooting rises as Ft. Hood announces one more shooting victim has died.
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The shooting happened in what used to be Fort Hood's Sports Dome.
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Posted by: GRB
Location: Gville
on Nov 7, 2009 at 03:58 PM
How can people do this to their own, I just dont understand, all I can do is pray for ALL, including the unborn Baby. God Bless You All. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: G'ville
Location: Gatesville
on Nov 7, 2009 at 03:11 PM
Bush WAS hare Friday night!!! Just FYI.. and I whole heartedly agree with Terry there were 14 dead in these murders Fransesca BABY does COUNT!!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: SLM
Location: temple
on Nov 7, 2009 at 12:08 PM
Why hasn't the President come down and talk to the soldiers in person? Bush was dumb but he would of came down here. Maybe the President is not worried about the people just stupid legislation [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Terry
Location: Waco
on Nov 7, 2009 at 09:25 AM
Fransesca was signing papers to go home because she was PREGNANT, why hasnt the BABY been considered a victim? I know there is a certain term you have to reach to be considered a LIVING baby but this Idiot didnt give the child a chance to reach that term. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: megan
Location: harker heights,tx
on Nov 6, 2009 at 06:29 PM
i live 25min away ft.hood.I cried when i heard what was happening,my best friends uncle was one of the people who was shot and killed.my thoughts and prays go out to the people who were wounded as well as there families of toughs who died. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: MG
Location: G'ville
on Nov 6, 2009 at 06:09 PM
I am tired of hearing about Hasan. I am sure eventually I will want to know about this vile evil murderer. Today and in the near future Iw ant to know how are wounded and injured are!! I want to hear them honored and respected. The information on the murderer is taking over, [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sara
Location: FL.
on Nov 6, 2009 at 04:28 PM
i am muslim but i really really think Maj. Malik Hassan need go to the hell cux its not right what he did. honestly im really sorry, i swear when i heard this, my heart is really BREAK. i mean seriouslty, look at the bad happened. i dont know why its happened like that. RIP to the familes and solider. =[ [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Waco
on Nov 6, 2009 at 02:28 PM
To all the families in ft.hood and for every soldier,I give my thoughts and blessing to all.God bless the families ..... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 6, 2009 at 02:23 PM
Were supposed to trust our soliders to take care of our country and to keep our country safe yet here we have soldiers taking other soliders lives. My husband is about to join and I don't know that I want him to. Your safer at walmart than on post and post is "secured"! You really aren't safe anywhere anymore, I don't know what this country is coming to. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Tom
Location: Taunton, MA
on Nov 6, 2009 at 01:50 PM
I am a retired US Army E-7. I just find it hard to believe that someone who wears the same uniform would kill their own. It really sadens me. What the Army is really about is those soldiers, wounded as they may be, assist in trying to save their fellow soldiers with little regard for themselves. I'm pround to be a VET and especially proud of those soldiers who fight for my (our) continued freedom. God Bless all of you!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: sharon
Location: hamilton
on Nov 6, 2009 at 01:46 PM
To Sarah in Waco: I also hope we hear the truth but I expect to hear lies from him. If he did not want to be deployed, why not just shoot himself. Seems to me he was trying to take out as many soldiers as he could to protect the foreign countries. Maybe I have just lost my mind and do not need to comment. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sandy
Location: Universal City
on Nov 6, 2009 at 01:15 PM
First I want to thank those who assured me that this man did not have his military issued firearms. I'm not military so I don't know how the military works; and I really appreciate the assurance from others. I'm still shaking inside with anger though. I'm angry for our military members who were wounded and for those who were murdered. I'm angry that their families have had to go through this also. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Courtney
Location: Killeen
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:55 PM
Regardless of his race, I do not believe he just "snapped". If he wanted to avoid deployment that bad, it would have been fairly easy for him to get chaptered. This wasn't spur of the moment, it was planned. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: billy
Location: killeen
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:37 PM
War is hell and if you think it just ends when your off the battlefield youd be sadly mistaken. How much longer are we going to be in a pointless war that just ends our soldiers lives here and abroad. Make no mistake we dont fight for freedom anymore we fight for the ideals of mislead corrupt bureaucrats who dont care about you at all, never had never will. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: mom
Location: temple
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:26 PM
to anthony this is no time to have pity for the man that killed innocent soldiers who themselves did not want to go to war and leave there familys necessarily yet did they go shoot up there fellow soldiers? He like you knew the signs to look for on when to get help he should have done so. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Keeley
Location: Groesbeck Tx
on Nov 6, 2009 at 11:29 AM
i am just a 16 year old girl in high school, i got a phone call from my best friend telling me to turn on the tv because we have a friend that was there at ft hood. i am a HUGE supporter of the military and a proud army sister! i look up to and respect anyone in the military and for this to happen honestly scares me! if things have come to this whats next... i feel for these families that have lost a soldier and i send out my deepest sympathies! prayer is americas only hope! God Bless! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Eric
Location: Ft Campbell, KY
on Nov 6, 2009 at 10:57 AM
YOu know it bothers me that the MEDIA keeps saying that he was a muslim, race dont matter he still killed my battles and he is human so his relegion has nothing to do with it so they need to stop mentioning that. Anyone could of done it if they snaped regardless of race and relegion. im in the army 2 and we need to provide support to those soldiers family and help them get through this tragety it makes me mad that my battles got killed in garrison and not in theather becuse the war is in theather ad not in garrison. we need to take care of each other and if we see some one has issues we need to provide them with help and right now that is something the army is lackin on but at least they are trying to fix the problem. God Bless those Soldiers and their families. Job well done and we all know you all in a better place. God Bless you all R.I.P. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Linda
Location: Marlin
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:58 AM
GOD BLESS AMERICA THE LAND THAT I LOVE STAND BESIDE HER LEAD AND GUIDE HER FROM THE LIGHT UP ABOVE. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Carla
Location: Anderson, Ca
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:53 AM
I am a vet & so is my husband, my father was in for 28 yrs & I had a brother born at Ft Hood many yrs back. It broke our hearts to hear what happened to our brothers & sisters in the service. Home is supposed to be a place of safty & comfort. Since 9/11 it has been untrue & now this has happened. We will be praying for the soldiers and their familis, those killed, the wounded as well as for all who are still living with the nightmare. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: BLS
Location: Copperas Cove
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:40 AM
I found this article online this morning. May this soldier rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family during this tough time. www.nbcchicago.com Local Soldier Among Ft. Hood Dead Private First Class Michael Pearson was shot three times, died on the operating table By ANDREW GREINER Updated 8:14 AM CST, Fri, Nov 6, 2009 Print Email Share Buzz up!TWITTER FACEBOOK The violence at Ft. Hood Army Post reached all the way to Bolingbrook last night. Private First Class Michael Pearson, 21, a native of the suburb, was among the 13 soldiers killed when Army psychiatrist Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan allegedly went on a rampage at the large Texas Army base. Pearson was shot three times, taking bullets in the spine and chest, the Chicago Tribune reports. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: T
Location: New Mexico
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:33 AM
Just wanted to say our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Can't tell you how saddened and angered I was to hear what took place on one of our own military bases yesterday. Call me racist if you will, but I don't believe the US military is the place for a person of muslim descent? We need to wake up. How long will we continue to invite trouble? It's on our door step! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: MMH
Location: BELTON
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:21 AM
THE 23RD PSALM: The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures. He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul. He leadeth me in the path of righteousness for His name' sake. Yea, though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me. Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies. Thou annointest my head with oil, My cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the House of the Lord forever...... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Dale
Location: Waco
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:14 AM
This tragic for everyone, and nothing I say can help families deal with the loss or injuries to their loved ones. One thing is for sure though, do not let Hasan die. Keep him alive. We do not want him to become a muslim martyr. He should be locked away in solitary confinement for the rest of his life thereby denying him entry into the muslim version of the hereafter. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: AMANDA
Location: TEMPLE, TX
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:13 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with the many people that were affected by this tragedy. I have many friends and family members that are members of the army and find it amazing that this could happen on the largest military base in the world. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Melissa
Location: Temple
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:10 AM
The outpouring of support at Scott & White for blood donation was a sight to see. I have never seen that many people waiting to give blood. They did have to send many people home, but they are open again today for donation. Thank you also to KWTX and your continual updates on kwtxtogo.com. Pray that the Lord will provide strength for the men and women of Fort Hood and the surrounding communities. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sara P
Location: Waco
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:10 AM
FYI General Cone reported first that the shooter was dead. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Polly
Location: Mart
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:58 AM
This animal slaughtered the very people who were going to fight for his freedom of religion. The same religion that indoctrinates hate for any person who is not a Muslim. He used our tax dollars for his education and then wanted out of the military. He will meet his maker and I am not talking about his Allah. This is truly the face of the devil who practices a religion of hatred. The military needs to take a long hard look at allowing any Muslims to join the military in any way,shape or form. He evidentily gave many signals concerning his beliefs and proved he was a ticking time bomb. My thoughts and prayers go to the brave men and women and their friends, families and fellow soldiers who were just doing their duty and were killed and injured by this maniac. God bless you all!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: L
Location: Iowa
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:58 AM
My heart and prayers go out to all of those affected by this tragedy in Fort Hood. I have a son that join the Army this summer and this hit very close to home for me. I can only imagine the pain that the Fort Hood family is feeling, and I pray that God wraps all those affected in his warmth and love. However, one thing that really bothers me is the apparent hatred and bigotry that is being posted to this Christian site. Is that really what Jesus wants us to do? Hatred begets more hatred and is one of the components that leads to war. We need to all search within our hearts to find more compassion and understanding. Who of us knows what really happened here? All of us need to understand the damage, pain and hatred that our words and actions can fuel in this world and stop! Love is not to be reserved for just our families and friends. Give LOVE away to all. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: armywife
Location: texas
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:56 AM
It is extremely sad that this happened. I am an army wife and my husband has orders to deploy in the spring. Obama PROMISED to bring our soldiers home. He has failed all of us by sending them or keeping them in Irak or Afghanistan. He is as guilty as the shooter!!! Obama knows NOTHING of the feeling of being sent off to a whole other country to risk your life so that HE can sleep comfortable in his bed at night. He Knows NOTHING of the feeling of your wife or husband leaving his family behind !!! Hope the president learns from all of this and starts to focus on his PROMISE!!! BRING & KEEP OUR SOLDIERS HOME !!!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: KP
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:43 AM
I am somewhat disappointed by some of the media reports. Instead of focusing on why this madman killed and wounded innocent people, they focus on the fact that Hasan is a Muslim and assume that since he is a Muslim, he must be a terrosit. FYI: Not all Muslims are terroists! The Islamic religion is a peaceful religion, based on prayer and meditation. The Muslim extremists are the people who twist and manipulate the Islamic scriptures to justify killing all non-believers. Please America, stop being so ingnorant! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Krystal
Location: Copperas Cove
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:28 AM
I would just like to say thank you to all of our medics, emt's,firefighters, and police from all of the surrounding areas that responded to this horrific incident. My husband is a medic and was there also and it was very frightening for our family as well. Soldiers, civilians, families, and first responders that lived and witnessed this tragedy are in my thoughts. Here we are worried about terrorism and threats from other countries and then one of our very own opens fire taking innocent lives. I'm almost relieved that the "shooter" is alive so we can figure out what was going through his head and so the victims and their families can have some kind of closure. People are so quick to blame the army for incidents like this, but people need to take responsibility for themselves, if he had an issue whether it be PTSD or anything else for that matter, he should've seeked out help like anybody else. Our children and several generations from now will read about this in their history books. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Nam Vet Former Wacoan
Location: Baltimore
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:22 AM
Per NPR this morning, the Major was born in Arlington, VA, so he is a native US citizen. Per statement from the Imam at the mosque he attended while at Walter Reed, he is a lifelong Muslim, not a convert. That being said...given that he had been making what sounds like threatening remarks online for several months, given that he had supposedly received a poor rating at Walter Reed, given that he was slated to deploy soon, and given that he was seen just yesterday morning in "traditional Muslim attire," alarm bells should have been going off. He should have been evaluated for suitability for military service and, if found wanting, separated from the service. At the very least. Thanks to him, now all Muslims in the military will be suspect, no matter how faithfully they may have served. This is going to be very damaging. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Rebekah Gessner
Location: North Carolina
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:11 AM
I think that during this time that we try to keep in mind that although this is so horrible and unspeakable, we need to remember the family of the shooter, in our prayers. Thier lives have also just been turned upsidedown and devastated as well. It is important to pray for the shooter as hard as that might be for some right now. We need to reflect on how the Almish Country handled the terrible schoolhouse slaughter of 5 of thier own children and the forgiveness that they displayed to both the person responsible, though he had died, but also the forgiveness that they showed to the shooter's family. This will take time, but forgiveness will be key to healing for everyone. Instead of hate and vengence, which just breeds more hate and vengence,compassion and love heals the heart like nothing can. I DO NOT minimize what has happened and before you judge me and send hateful responses to this post, I have lived through a tragdy that required my forgiveness. In His Love. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:10 AM
And I’m proud to be an American, where at least I know I’m free. And I wont forget the men who died, who gave that right to me. And I gladly stand up, next to you and defend her still today. ‘ Cause there ain’t no doubt I love this land, God bless the USA. God bless the fallen and their families [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anthony
Location: Indianapolis
on Nov 6, 2009 at 07:56 AM
The incident at Ft Hood is terrible. I just wish that media and "patriots" would quit looking for something to discriminate with. Behavioral health professionals deal with all kinds of bad things that we keep confidential. Nobody wants to hear that from any of us. And, NO that is not "cowardice" or "self-pity". (And yes, I have counseled military, and in TX during the first Gulf War too-so I do have some knowledge of what I talk about-before the attacks on me begin).- What about discrimination he dealt with? Can't be at war this long without "war weariness". NOT the first soldier to give away his things-be despereate not to be deployed or RE-deployed. Growing up, I heard stories of how my family (most all born & raised here) was treated during WWII era- Italians, Grandma adopted into a German family (all pre-War)- not allowed to work certain jobs just because. We haven't learned yet! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Allan
Location: Killeen
on Nov 6, 2009 at 07:20 AM
What bothers me ... As a military vet, and later student of Psychology... IS... WHY?! Why do people continue slipping through the cracks?! WHY are the signs being avoided, and the pieces of the puzzle NOT being put together before something tragic happens?! WHY did this man... feel that the death of others was the only course of action WHO put him there and why wasn't he himself given therapy OR the means to approach the aspects of his own field in better aspects and training after his own poor reflective aspects in his own career field... WHY were the WRONG questions asked, the WRONG methods approached WHY? WHY leads to how, how leads to when and where... The DOD seems to have this standard practice of just shuffling people around... Like cattle... IS this the effects? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Matt
Location: Iraq
on Nov 6, 2009 at 06:37 AM
In reference to the question asked by Sandy in Universal City, Tx; the shooter would not have had his military issued weapon. The handguns he used were likey ones that he owned and kept in his possession. All military weapons are kept locked in an arms room, unless signed out for training or deployment. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Scout44
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 6, 2009 at 06:30 AM
I think it is said that a Army Doctor, let alone a Major would do something like this. It will make me and my soldiers worry next time they go to the doctor that is of a muslim back ground. This has been a problem since 2003 when a muslim soldier fragged his 1SG and CO in kuwait but, the army continues to recruit anyone with a heartbeat regardless of the danger it's all about the numbers. It is very sad what happened and my prayers go out to the families. bottom line is that the army need to better screening and back ground checks on all soldiers. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Army vet
Location: killeen
on Nov 6, 2009 at 06:18 AM
Sandy, I doubt the weapons were military. When deployed yes soldiers have their weapons but in the rear unit weapons are locked in the arms room. Even MP who carry weapons daily get off of duty, clear their weapons in the presence of an NCO or in somecases an Officer. When they turn their unloaded/cleared weapon in they also turn in their ammo. Allo weapons and ammo are verified by the arms room clerk who is on duty. Now to say my heart goes out to all those who lost someone and to all those with injured loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and also with the Ft. Hood community. I know that now should be a time of forgiveness but I'll wait until he has been punished for his cowardice crimes before I give my forgiveness. I hope the Army uses the military justice system and not the civilian system and that justice is swift and that punishment, if guilty, fits the crime. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Glen Newell
Location: Waco, Tx
on Nov 6, 2009 at 06:16 AM
Its hard to believe something like this could happen.Being a former 1st Cav member, It feels like someone attacked my family and a part of me is missing. I used to live across the street from where this happened during my military carer and to think something like happen so close, really hits home. I am relived that all my friends who were there are okay, but my heart and prayers go out to all those who were involved. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: DDW
Location: Goodfellow, AFB
on Nov 6, 2009 at 05:36 AM
My husband and I are currently at Goodfellow in San Angelo, TX and the base was on complete lock down - no one could come onto or off base. I am surely greatful for the quick response to this incident, not only with our base, but Fort Hood as well. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the wounded, their families and fellow soldiers. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sandy
Location: Universal City, Tx
on Nov 6, 2009 at 04:57 AM
One of the many things I want to know is did this shooter still have in his possession his military issued firearms? If so, with the record of his mental state and suspected suspicious comments he had made; why was he still allowed to have his military issued firearms? I hope that the public and esp. the surviving victims and their families; and the families of the people murdered by this man will be told the truthful facts about this case. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: KML
Location: Waco
on Nov 6, 2009 at 02:05 AM
I have been watching coverage of this tragedy for most of my evening switching back and forth from KWTX to another channel, and I have to say that though I did not enjoy hearing of this news it was a pleasure being informed by you. The coverage of this horrible day was raw and emotional. As anchors it is my belief that you are expected to remain stoic and provide the news without your personal feelings getting involved. Many of the other stations did just that. Your station, however, took an opposite approach. You allowed your true feelings of anger, frustration, shock, and sadness to be seen by all of us watching you. It touched my deeply to see how much you all truly cared for the fallen, the wounded and their families. I just wanted to say thank you for showing us a little of yourselves today. I believe that is how news should be done!Pease continue to inspire others to open up a little more with their feelings. Please keep up the wonderful coverage on this story also! Thank you!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: etret
Location: harker heights
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:16 AM
i finally got off post and back home by 8:00 p.m. only to find out not only that this guy Hassan is still alive, but they are still claiming that he is the only shooter. earlier news reports (which i no longer give too much credit) said that 1 armed civilian officer (thought dead but is not) and 4 armed s.w.a.t.officers were also shot by this 1 guy who had 2 handguns. let's do the math...12 dead...31 wounded including a total of 5 armed officers, 4 of who were s.w.a.t. with flap jackets. who is this guy? superman? averaging 1 for 1 he'd have had to get off 43 rounds (at least) before he was neutralized. i give him 50 rounds (having ample time to change clips)and still see it near impossible to do this much damage and still get the drop on 5 trained armed officers if he were doing this all by himself. so far, this whole thing wreaks with secrets and coverups. i only hope that truth prevails.such ashame these poor soldiers had to be the victims. my prayers to all the families [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: mother of a child
Location: killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:33 PM
seriously why dont yall complain about everything?my kid is in school and cant get them...why complain about where everyone is goin to get treated at different hospitals...seriously would you really want to be driving with your child in the car while someone is running around killing people i wouldnt..they would be safer in school..and why does it matter where people go to get treated?just because hood has a hospital does not mean that they have enough rooms drs etc for everyone...STOP COMPLAINING ABOUT EVERTHING AND TAKE A MOMENT TO REMEMBER WHAT HAPPEND.it could have been your wife,husband,brother,son,nephew and niece that was killed and wounded by this gun man..and if it happend to you then what?my prayers are with everyone on ft hood.ive lived here for 12 yrs now.its my home and it hit me hard when i found out.may god bless the familys of the fallen and the wounded and everyone thats a part of ft hood. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Mary
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:24 PM
I must say never in my life would I have seen this happening. Many like myself have believed for years that Fort Hood was(is) one of the safest places to live and work.Unfortunately today that belief was tarnished if not shattered.As a former resident and my husband a former soldier of Fort Hood that area will always be in our hearts, we know personally no matter the size of the tragedy the Fort Hood families and friends of will do their best to overcome and try to repair the broken hearts created. On this day The Hill Family sends our heart'felt prayers and condolences to all of our Fort Hood family . We grieve for those gone, we are greatful for those who survived and we gather those we love because we should never run out of time for just one more hug [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: wyatt
Location: texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:18 PM
He's muslim and non-muslim americans are considered infidels! There's your motive! My thoughts are with all involved and their families and friends! I am so glad the police officer that was reported as dead is very much alive! I just wish the shooter had well stayed dead! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Debra
Location: Brownwood, TEXAS
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:13 PM
I can't be more saddened than to hear of the incredible wickedness of a supposed Military Professional that could even come to reach the possibly of thinking that a 'Suicide Bomber' somehow equates to a 'Soldier that throws mself on a bomb to save his fellow Soldiers'; and then takes 2 pistols with 4 clips, and proceeds to kill 12 & injure 31. I can only say it is too bad that he is still alive (only wounded in capture), I'm sure he will be sentenced to death for high treason after much expense saving his life!! What a waste of taxpayers dollars, why do we send him to Temple with the real 'victims'? He should be on the fast track for court marshal. There isn't an insanmity plea for TREASON. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: yep
Location: cc
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:02 PM
go figure... its bad when i can honestly say im happy that my husband is in iraq right now.... and as racist as this is i think they neeed to pass another regulation.. saying no one who is or has ever been muslim should be able to join the military... i mean Malik hasan is the perfect example... he talked bad about his own profession......enough said right? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Misty
Location: copperas Cove
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:49 PM
My thoughts an prayers are with those soldiers an there family in this time of need,But why wasn't something done to the Major along time ago knowing that he had thoughts about suicide bombing an stuff before...I hope that alot of people that dont think much about the military start thinkin about it because our soldiers put alot on the line for our future as do the medical an law enforcement officer around the world. GOD BLESS I hope there is some kind of fundraiser or event that we can hold in the ft.hood-Killeen area for our troops all over the world an for the soldiers an families from ft.hood 11/5 Mass shooting Thank You [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jeannie
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:39 PM
Glad I don't live in Texas where a large portion of uneducated rw so-called "christian" racists live. The comments here are awful. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: er nurse
Location: darnall
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:36 PM
i am one of the er nurses that responded to the mascal. we cared for approximately 30 injured soldiers. soldiers were coming in by pov before ambulances arrived. we had soldiers that were injured that were carrying other injured soldiers. crdamc did a great job caring for all of the soldiers that came through our door. the police, ems, docs, nurses, and ancillary staff all worked together to do our best for our military. we are keeping all the soldiers and their families in our prayers. we also want to say thanks to bush's chicken for providing us with drinks and food during the cleanup process. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: ArmyWifeOK
Location: Oklahoma
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:33 PM
think me cruel or call me old-fashioned if you choose, but if that guy is still alive, I believe they should finish the job: Put the jerk in front of a FIRING SQUAD!!!! He has nobody to blame for what HE did. HE, however, took the lives of 12 innocent soldiers in cold blood. Soldiers that were someone's son, daughter, spouse, parent... 12 families lost someone this afternoon. 31 more are waiting and praying for a good outcome for their plight. 43 families are praying for resolution to this tragedy. His death would have given even a tiny bit of peace to them, that this man would never do it again... Now he's still alive, and they will have to agonize over trials and more, which could drag out for months or years before the families have their peace of mind... You tell me - is that justice? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: John
Location: Ft. Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:23 PM
Terrible day for sure, but give LTG Cone a break, instead of distributing half truths and misinformation he wanted to make sure the info he put out was right the first time. As for the status of the shooter, it is common knowledge that Safeguard and Secure are two of the 5 S's for securing any prisoner, it could be that the status was put out to keep a group of angry vigilantes chasing down an ambulance to get him before he can be brought to trial. Rest assured that the shooter will pay for the pain he caused today. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sean
Location: Harker Heights
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:20 PM
It is during times of great tragedy and adversity that we join hands as community and the strength of our resolve and our resilience to evil is evident. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and their friends. Please remember to keep the public safety agencies who are handling this incident in your thoughts as well [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:13 PM
they should BEAT this SOB to DEATH !!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Kate
Location: Burnsville, MN
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:13 PM
My heart goes out to all the families of the victims. Victims are in my prayers. To Ft. Hood, please keep up the good work!! May God Bless y'all! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Allie
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:11 PM
I want to know why the FBI HAD information on this man for 6 months and did nothing does a person convert to Muslim to NOT do something? Im so Angry Families lost their loved ones because once again the Agency didnt act on the info. typical [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Kate
Location: Virginia
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:07 PM
Having spent 7 years at Ft. Hood, yes the base hospital and its personnel are good, but they are not a trauma center set up for mass casualties. They take the people in and stabilize them if need be, but they will send folks out to other facilities for surgery because they only have so many surgeons and surgical suites. The hospital also deploys its medical personnel, so that has led to a shortage of doctors in certain specialties---given that we are at war, guess where the specialists in gun shot wounds are?---that was a dumb comment. This many killed and injured in a civilian community would have been sent to more than one area hospital to get them care as quickly as possible as well. It would take longer to set up a MASH than it would take to get them to Scott and White in Temple, so that's the reasoning on that. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: s. l.
Location: fort hood, tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:57 PM
i am a nurse that works on fort hood. i was there when the shooting happened and it was horrible, absolutely horrible. it still feels like a dream, so surreal. thank you everyone for your support and prayers. thank you fort hood for pulling together today. my husband is in iraq and he and his fellow soldiers are watching and praying also. isnt so weird, that normally we are so worried about them in iraq... but this time the table has turned. its awful for them. fort hood is a wonderful place filled with great people. our military is strong and we will get through this. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: donald heldenbrand
Location: denver, co
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:53 PM
I'm so very sorry for the loss of these people. Also, for the suffering of those injured. My best to all of you. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Melissa
Location: killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:13 PM
i am very sadden for all our soldiers and veterans and there family i until today was President of american legion auxiliary at post 573 and i am apaulled that they would want to still have there meetings and not be there for our fellow shoulders and veterans it makes me sick to my stomach please to all keep our heros our solders and veterans and the familys in your prays and help them any way you can [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: the next big thing
Location: hewitt,Tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:13 PM
It would have been nice if these local news entities would do a more professional job of reporting real, serious news like this instead of being all on tv like they are in somebody's back yard having a gossip fest. How about reporting news that is correct. I had to look on CNN to find out that the gunman was still alive after listening to the locals say he was dead. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: ....
Location: harker heights
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:08 PM
my ex boyfriend was out on the range in fort hood, he was supposed to go to srp today , because hes about to leave for afganistan,unfourtunatly his soldiers werent lucky, its appearantly boys from 510, 36th eng. brigade, sorry if that offends anyone that i gave that away the public will find out sooner or later , and my heart is heavy tonight, nice group of guys,im very sad [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Dan
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:01 PM
D in Clifton you should be ashamed of yourself. People lost their lives today and to turn this into a political thing about healthcare is just plain sick! Show some compassion and respect for those affected. Nodoby needs to justify why those people were treated off base to you. You should really take a step back and question your integrity. To use such a thing to further your personal views I'm ashamed to call you a fellow Texan. God bless our brave soldier and all of those touched by this tragedy. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Tabatha
Location: Copperas Cove
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:59 PM
I would just like to say my prayers go out to all the soldiers and there families involved in this horrific event..My sister is a US soldier stationed at FortHood and as soon as i heard the news i got scared i didnt know what to think but i do know now she is ok..I have been watching the news all day and i would just like to say that was this sick man did was uncalled for what is our world coming too..RIP to the soldiers killed today my heart and my prayers go out to all.. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Debbie
Location: Soldiers Mom
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:55 PM
Number one: Make sure that you are reporting the truth!!!!! EXAMPLE: shooter not dead!!!!!Keep the people off the TV that want attention. Just stop. Let the Army get to the bottom and they will releAse the information as needed. They have their own to save and try to comfort. Not worry about trying to please the press or people wanting attention. Space truth, and as we hear you did not have the facts straight. Now post this. To the families our prayers and the soldiers my heart. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Rebecca
Location: right off of killeens gate
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:50 PM
my houband was in the area just three days ago it is bad at what happened and scary that something like this would happen on are post i have been whating for about 6 hrs for my husband to come home are harts and minds are on the solders we love we will never forget 11/5 [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jason
Location: Gatesville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:45 PM
OK, what's going on? First he's dead, now he isn't. But, what I find most interesting is that we don't seem to be getting the whole story. Now, I'm not some conspiracy theorist, I believe Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone for crying out loud, but police scanner traffic and on the ground reports spoke of more shots being fired on the post other than the ones we're now being told about. I smell a cover-up. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jessica
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:45 PM
Lt. General Cone said that tommorrow was a day of mourning. Why is Fort Hood open and why are schools in session. Today was a tragedy and it breaks my heart that one of us did this. Some children are still not home. We should mourn our fallen and take this day to focus on security and safety of the post. Let us have our families for one extra day. If you lost someone today, please accept my condolences. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Central TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:44 PM
I was one of the first responding ambulances on the scene of this tragic event. The reason behind using other ER's is a Paramedic has the choice of where he thinks his Patient will recieve the most appropriate car. So as for people blaming Ft. Hood, they really have no say so in the matter. May god be with all involved, and all the families of the fallen. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: WacoWarrior
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:41 PM
Thank you Channel 10 for continuing coverage of non-stop dramatized tradegy...you were there & still reported non-facts with uncredientialed people telling the whole world unoffical speculation on a situation that no one has still figured out...about time you took your BROADCAST OFF THE AIR!!!...we will here about this over the next few weeks, when the TRUE facts come out... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Michelle
Location: troy
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:33 PM
This is the first time that I can honestly say that I'm glad my husband is in Iraq! My heart goes out to the victims and their families. God Bless you all [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Natalie
Location: Killeen, TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:33 PM
I was outside pulling weeds when I heard gun shots. I know the training facilities are far away enough to not hear the shots so loud. I thought it was fishy, so I went inside and saw on KWTX what had happened. My husband is in the Army, but thank goodness in the field 100's of miles away. Although, I was home by myself not even a mile away from where this was happening. I've been scared all day; my phone only accepted emergency calls out. I am so glad this is over, but what is going to come from it? How do we respond to this horrible event? As an Army wife I am sad, scared, worried, and confused. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sarah
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:32 PM
I am glad to hear he is alive...now maybe, hopefully, we can find out what cause this man to go on a rampage and what he thinks about what he has done to the families of the lost and wounded soldiers. My prayers are with all the families of this horrible event, God Bless all of you. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Yvette Linn
Location: BELTON, TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:18 PM
TO HAVE THIS TRAGEDY HAPPEN IN OUR OWN BACK YARD IS HORRIBLE!! OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO EVERYONE AFFECTED BY THIS TRAGIC EVENT... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: shanemac
Location: waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:18 PM
I do not blame Ft Hood for not releasing information yet. They are trying to find out what is going on and you two keep saying "the world is waiting for information." It is more important the information given out is correct and does not give out too much info to hurt the integrity of the investigation, safety of persons that are involved are could be involved. I am so tired of the media demanding information. Just wait, when the information can be safety given out it will. Media keeps telling where the police force is at this guys house, etc. Great, tell the world where the cops are going so who ever is guilty can get away. Very smart. Go Fort Hood and American Soldier, we will keep you in our prayers!! Love our armed forces, pray for God to watch over you. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Stephanie
Location: Ft.Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:17 PM
I think it is pretty sad that the Post is off lockdown. The fact that they think ONE shooter did all this. He ould have to have been double fisting both guns firing at the same time and re-load at least twice...so your telling me he did all this before he was shot and taken into custody???? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Keisha
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:17 PM
This was an unfortunate event that happened today. My husband was just a couple buildings down from the shooting, I was terrified that this was more than just a shooting. My father was called to come into work. This event will make Fort Hood stronger. I have never felt unsafe on this base until now. However, I do know that Fort Hood will increase security now. I will pray for those who have lost their loved ones, and those who are wounded. Every time you go on post you have to show an id, and I know the Fort Hood will have more than just that as of now. I also thank God my husband was not hurt, as well as my father. I thank god that this did not turn into more. Pray that anything like this does not happen again. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Lisa
Location: Killeen, TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:16 PM
I just want to say that my thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and the witnesses of this tragedy today. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Cara
Location: Bremond
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:16 PM
This is a horrific situation. My Prayers go out to all of those that have been affected by this. Which mean all of us in the US. May God be with those families. And thank you our brave soldiers for keeping our country safe. God bless you all. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Lt. and Mrs R.D. West
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:15 PM
Our deepest heartfelt condolences to those families who have so tragically lost their loved one today. For those who have a loved one wounded, our prayers are with you. Your brother and sister in arms, The Wests [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Melissa
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:14 PM
I am a military wife, and my thoughts and prayers go out to everyone on Fort Hood. This is a terrible tragedy and time where we all need to come together to get through this. Lock down is over but not all soldier's have been released. I am still waiting for my husband who called just alittle bit ago saying he is still waiting. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jennifer
Location: Killeen, TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:14 PM
My heart goes out to the soldiers and there families today. 866-836-2751. this is a number the local news put up for the families to be able to get info on there loved ones. I really hope this may help you who are scared. You are in my prayers [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Crystal
Location: Anne
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:12 PM
My husband is a soldier and we live on base housing. I've been hiding in a closet since 130pm. Around the time the tornado sirens started going off and along with that was a message telling us who live on ft hood to lock your windows and doors, turn of your ventilation, and hide. I shrugged it off until the alarms were ringing every five minutes. I hid in my closet, not really knowing what was going on. Suddenly the texts started coming in. There was a shooting, a mass murder on base.. and after that they said that the shooting started at The Soldier readiness building. My husband was supposed to be there at 1pm today.. little did I know he was sent to unload some weapons instead. 12 people died today.. over 30 were wounded. Friends of my husband were shot down today and murdered, by a fellow soldier.. We've been meeting once a week.. preparing for this upcoming deployment (they leave in January for 13 months) We are already so heavyhearted and now this. My husband is okay.. He feels [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Dave
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:12 PM
Dont judge a man by his name That's to the biggots that live in central Tx area.. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymus
Location: Copperas Cove
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:03 PM
A family friend was next door at the graduation ceremony and was on the phone when shots were heard along with screaming. All of sudden there was silence, which belived that it was all over then shots were heard again. I, as a ex 21Bravo Combat Engineer from 8th Engineers based in Fort Hood wonder which company was effected in the Sports Dome. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: WES
Location: WACO
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:03 PM
Wake Up America , WHO wALKS AMOUNG US , LOOK ,LISTEN LEARN !!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: what a joke
Location: killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:01 PM
i dont trust medical care on post at all. i have serious medical issues and once we move on post i fully intend drive to waco, to hillcrest baptist medical center, to receive the best medical care around. my husband is ad army and he doesnt trust post medical to take care of his family. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Leticia
Location: Ramstein AFB, Germany
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:01 PM
I just wanted to extend my appreciation to KWTX for all of their live feeds. I was born & raised in Killeen and rec'd word from my parents who still live there. Your news updates are very helpful in order to stay in touch with all of my Ft. Hood/Killeen community. My prayer's are with the injured. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Killeen,TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:00 PM
The hardest part is yet to come for the families my heart goes out to them, and I know what they are facing because this is bring up alot of feelings I had when I lost my Aunt in Oklahoma City at the hands of another American. That is the HARDEST part to understand how another American can do this. I'm not saying that 9/11 was not life changing for all of us as Americans but at least we could understand that was a terriost act by another country. This was another American regaurdless of his name, or his choice of belife the question that is going to take a long time to understand is "WHY". My thoughts and prays go out to all the victoms and their loved ones. And I hope that everyone that has gone through something like this remembers them in their prays as well. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS LOVING CARE. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sarah
Location: Harker Heights
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:00 PM
As a Vetern who returned from a deployment less than five months ago and left the Army two months ago, I'm really not surprised at this. The security to enter Fort Hood is so relaxed it is just crazy. They let almost anyone on with a picutre ID. Plus they have "Phantom Pass" which you just wave a card at a sensor and get on post. They hardly ever search vehicles. It is just a disgrace to for me to see these types of procedures in place. For people to blame this incident on PTSD is just silly. Soldiers know to get help and there are tons of options out there at far as counseling goes. I was on Fort Hood an hour before this incident took place with my 4 year old son. Thankfully we made it off post before this took place. I have had little contact with my husband who is still serving on Fort Hood just blocks away from his shop. I'm sure he will end up back on funeral detail. Thank you for all your information you have put out. My thoughts are with the families of the wounded and deceased. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: band mom
Location: copperas cove
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:59 PM
you committed on what was the important was of broadcasting the cancellation of the football game when more important things are going on, but as a band parent who's student is bused to the game right after school it was a relief to know that the game was canceled just wish U would have announced it more. If I hadn't had tv on at that time I would not had know. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Whitney
Location: Parker( Army Wife)
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:58 PM
Im very worried because My Husband is in the field about 10 minutes where everything that happen. They should keep everybody home instead of sending those children to school or soldiers to work tomorrow because they could be in danger again just to be on the safe side. PLEASE READ THIS BECAUSE THOSE CHILDREN SHOULD GO TO SCHOOL. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Evan
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:56 PM
I know this is a horrible, horrible situation and my prayers go out to every single person affected by this event, but just repeating the same thing over and over and talking about random things that have nothing to do with the subject for 6 hours doesn't exactly seem to be productive. I'd rather be watching Survivor, waiting for them to break in once the press conference actually starts, rather than complaining about it for hours on end until it happens. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: DON
Location: NY
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:54 PM
NOW HE THIS MAJOR CONSIDER A terrorist FOR MAKING AN ATTACK AGAINST A MILITARY BASE. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Joseph Bass
Location: On the Chuckatuck
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:54 PM
Clearly gun-free environments don’t work. My son, a major in the Army Reserves, served 13 months in Iraq as a DoD civilian. He was required to carry a loaded handgun every minute he was there. If this happened on his base in Iraq he would have been able to fight back and possibly fewer would have been killed or wounded. But in Fort Hood he probably would be dead because soldiers there are disarmed most of the time. FBI statistics show that in 2006 police killed 376 bad guys and private citizens justifiably killed 241. Armed citizens make a difference in saving lives. Too bad the soldiers killed today were not armed. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: liza
Location: killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:52 PM
look back a couple years at the soldier that threw the grenade into a tent of soldiers in his unit and the "soldier" today, both claimed the islam faith. So how many others in the ranks that have the same beliefs are our soldiers needing to worry about. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:52 PM
just a tip for the guy saying he would like to have the news stop showing maps because terrorist might see them.. maps are freely available to anyone and im sure bad guys use maps when they do senseless acts like this [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Nicole
Location: west fort hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:51 PM
West Fort Hood still locked down. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: motley
Location: hewitt
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:51 PM
Maj. Malik Hassan." Sounds like an Iraqi that they brought over here to train in our army..Our Prayers go out to Fort Hood and it's community. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Angela Deeds
Location: Fort Hood TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:50 PM
I live in military housing right outside of the clear creek gate. Today at 1:40, my husband was told to report to his company where he was put on lockdown. I heard gun shots from my home. My husband reported hearing gun shots also. He is still not home and it is 7:48pm. I do not think these soldiers should have to report to duty tomorrow and this is one issue I believe the general should address. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Chris
Location: Webb City MO
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:50 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with those impacted by todays events. This event should NOT of happened - I feel it could have been prevented and people missed out on the opportunity to prevent this. Shameful. What kid if background checks and screening are we doing when it comes to thosw who serve this country? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: T
Location: Ft.Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:47 PM
My husband is deployed overseas and times have been hard and at times scary enough without him ..I am saddened that this happened and i am sad that our loved ones overseas must hear of such tragic news happening here while serving in Iraq ..we are alone here as families and have enough to bear and worry about ..I am nothing but in complete shock tonight and will never forget this day . [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Dave
Location: Copperas cove
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:46 PM
anyone know if all the gates on ft hood are open? my brother is gonna use a back gate somewhere to get home if he can cause teh traffic is so bad. maybe the news people could mention something on this if they have any info [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: misty
Location: Belton
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:46 PM
I feel for all the loss this mess has caused.I just wanted to thank all the press for working so hard to keep us up dated about our loved ones who were on post.My husbend was there and he is now on his way home.THANK YOU for keeping us up to date!!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Melanie
Location: Mills County
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:46 PM
My oldest is an officer at Hood, my middle son served the 1st Cav in Iraq four years ago, my second born son serves in the Air Force. As a military mom i want to remind people not to judge all Islamic persons by this man's actions. There are extremists in all sects, including the Christian religion, which is my faith. This MAN had a problem, not his faith. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Waco
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:46 PM
Our soldiers should NEVER be in fear when they are 'home'. They should always feel safe when they are here. Our prayers are with our Freedom Fighters who all deserve to feel safe and protected when home. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Amber
Location: Harker Heights
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:46 PM
it's so strange that a place I called home for years has been marked by such a tragedy. I have many friends that live on post and as I said, I lived on there myself, and felt so safe there. I wasn't afraid to walk from my house to my friend's house, even at night. But the response in the community shows how close knit a military town can be when it comes to these sorts of events. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:45 PM
wish this was over so i could watch survivor [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: shanemac
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:44 PM
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." Deuteronomy 31:6 I will keep all of you in my prayers. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Justin
Location: Currently Deployed
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:44 PM
i am a soldier currently on deployment i as well as soldiers are in great appreciation for your coverage of this and the live stream in which u provide thank you [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Kurtis
Location: Houston (formally from Gatesville)
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:44 PM
I am very saddened to hear the tragic news out of Ft Hood. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the soldiers that died today. I myself used to live in Central Texas, and know how caring Ft Hood soldiers are and for this to happen so close where I used to live is just so sad. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Julie
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:43 PM
Yes pray for everyone injured n killed but also for those at the site! My friend is still bein held in the readiness center n not bein allowed out yet! She saw blood every where! This will have a horrible affect on many people who may have not been injured but witnessed the tragedy ! They need our prayers also! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Nick
Location: Axtell
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:43 PM
I feel bad for you channel 10 anchors too! You have been on continuously for what, six hours now? Hang in there! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Alissa
Location: Eddy
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:42 PM
i want to watch survivor [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Tragic
Location: San Antonio
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:42 PM
I grew up in Killeen and I have friends in the army, friends parents in the army and my brother-in-law was in the army my heart aches with for those families who lost a loved one. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: texan
Location: texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:40 PM
hey ticked of mammy: get over yourself!!!! Those children are safe and if it takes all night to get them home, so be it! Would you rather have a bunch of dead/injured kids? The ignorance in this society is just mind-boggling! Then again that same ignorance is what allowed this muslim to carry out his jihad! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: debbie
Location: new jersey
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:24 PM
Thank you again for that number, it's been busy, so many trying to connect with loved ones! My son was able to reach my niece in NC who said that she talked to her brother. He is in Fort Hood and he's fine, thank God. I agree we should fly our flags at half-staff right through to Veterans Day at the least. Those services are going to be extra emotional this year. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: copperas cove
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:16 PM
I am very upset that this happened. Even more so, I'm upset that Fort Hood didn't take care of the civilians and Soldiers stuck on base while this violence occurred. I understand they were under lockdown and no one could leave or enter, but what about people who have disabilities and special conditions or are pregnant or nursing? My epileptic father and my nursing sister and her child were at Bennett Clinic during this occurrence, and my father wasn't given immediate medical treatment for his epilepsy (e.g. given epileptic medications) because he had to miss his medicine because of this ordeal. My sister cannot feed her child on an empty stomach. Plans need to be made and implemented for these kinds of things. Not only should this violence never have occurred, but the starvation and inept care of the people restrained because of these circumstances should also never have happened. We really need to get it together. Just because Soldiers say they're okay doesn't mean it's true! Wake up! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: carten
Location: Ft Meade, MD
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:13 PM
I have served with the First Team at Hood for 5 years. I even went through 2 deployments with them. It is sad to hear this news and I wish a speedy recovery to all that were wounded today. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: charissa
Location: Georgia
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:08 PM
@ Love life, what the heck does President Obama has to do with this, he is not Muslim, idiot. We don't know what is going through a person head. It could have been anyone.It's hard to make any sense of this, but let's not put more into it than we know. Just pray for the families and that the wounded make it and have a great recovery. God bless all!!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: debbie
Location: new jersey
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:00 PM
Thank you both for the number to call for info on my nephew! My prayers to all families across the US with loved ones who are serving! Calling that number now! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Elizabeth
Location: Beaumont, CA
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:00 PM
To the person who questioned victims being sent to an off-base hospital. P U L EEZE!! There were some 12 victims SERIOUSLY OR CRITICALLY INJURED. Handling that many injuries and the status of those injuries would not be in the best interest of the victims, i.e. if they had a choice to ship to another facility with more E.R. beds, ER personnel, advanced specialities, why not???? Sure a MASH unit could be set up but why . . . when there was a better choice. Please quit bashing the military. Please, please try remaining positive. Our soldiers and families need positive feedback - especially during this horrible event!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Dexter
Location: Norfolk, VA
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:50 PM
I used to serve in First Team a few years ago before I was honorably discharged. It's sad to see violence on such a scale as this, especially in and around my boys and girls in uniform. I don't think I've heard such a thing since the PT attack at Fort Bragg, NC, more than a decade ago. I still have friends in 1CD that still work and live there in the area. If you're seeing this or hearing my words on TV, I'll be emailing you soon to make sure you're all right. In the meantime, this indeed is not the way we should recognize our first responders or future veterans of all ranks. This week, we should all fly our flags at half-staff for all those we've lost and be thankful for the ones we have with us. This indeed is a sad day, but, in due time, we will find our resolve and do more to prevent this from happening, and we will do our part to heal our communities -- military, police, fire, medical, and civilian alike. God Bless and have mercy upon us all... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: SOLDIER
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:45 PM
BURN IN HELL major hassan.. YOU DO NOT DESERVE THE RESPECT OF A US ARMY OFFICER!!! BURN IN HELL! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: dyniellef
Location: fort hood tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:34 PM
866 836 2751 is the number to call if you have a loved one in question if this helps anyone that is currently worried about loved ones on base. we are starting to let poeple out of FT.Hood and some loved ones could be still in lock down in buildings in the surrounding area hope this helps anyone. god bless [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: no name
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:33 PM
Debbie(new jersey)...call 866-836-2751. thats the number you can call to check on a loved one at fort hood [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: D
Location: Clifton
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:31 PM
this is tragic. all involved are in my prayers. on another note can the fort hood hospital not treat gunshot wounds? they are a military base. if this is as good as the government can take care of themselves how can they expect to have health care for everyone? sorry don't mean for this to be a sounding board about that. again all my prayers are for these victims and their families. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Nick
Location: Belton
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:30 PM
My wife work in Fort Hood for 2 years and I would go in and out of there all the time i think that they need to take more time in securing the gates and also stop showing the maps of Fort Hood on t.v. thats all I need is for someone that would like to attack us here to have. As for the war it needs to come to a end before terrorist deside to attack more bases and our boys are deployed. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Dale
Location: wtex@hotmail.com
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:16 PM
We are at war people. According to the news, the main shooter was a Sergeant Major who had recently converted to Islam. This is a case of not only terrorism but High Treason. It's time to get down to real business, blow these Middle Eastern countries back to days before man, and stop getting our soldiers killed in the Middle East and at home. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: debbie
Location: new jersey
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:16 PM
Can anyone help us? My nephew from NC is in Texas. Due to family problems we're not sure where he is after returning to US in 8/09 and will not be told anything from his mom. Is there a way to find out if he was there in Fort Hood and if he's ok? My mother, his grandmother, and I are worried. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Barbara
Location: New York
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:15 PM
We may appear weak due to indecision in high places, but hopefully our leaders will understand that anyone who has a slight reason to vent anger on friends or strangers should expect the full weight of the law to come to bear for this mass murder. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Andrea
Location: Ft. Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:11 PM
People need to keep conjecture to themselves, let III Corps tell what happened. As for the "spouse" who said the Army would med board anyone who need mental help is an idiot. The Army has come a long way. MFLC's, Military One Source, and the Army all have confidential programs to offer help. We don't know why he did this. Let's not put thoughts and words into someones mouth. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Chris
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:08 PM
The famiies who are on Ft. Hood are saddened and shocked that this has even happened. Our prayers go out the fallen and the wounded and their families. Also it is 6:08 and our children still are at school due to to the lockdown. I know it is best to err on the side of caution, but everything is calmer and we are wanting our children to come home already. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Stefanie
Location: Killeen Texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:06 PM
when is the confrence supposed to happen? i'm still shocked of what went on....praying for the families who lost loved ones and for the injured [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: anthony
Location: killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:05 PM
I think Fort Hood is going to Black Flag a lot of the information given to us by the people that texted or phoned in information. They will probably hide information like they always do. Look at the Pentagon footage on September 11. Where is it all at? They are only going to tell us what they want us to know. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: No name
Location: TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:04 PM
I think the woman (Samantha) talking live on the air right now shouldn't be giving so much information out. There is a thing called OPSEC and she is giving a lot of specific information about her husbands unit, when that unit is leaving, where they are going.....a terrorist could be listening and she just gave them all of that information. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Lee
Location: 410 761st Ave
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:03 PM
My prayers to all the family affected by this tragedy. I am on post and with the firewalls, I am not able to see the live news everyone else is previed to. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jodi
Location: Sioux City, IA
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:00 PM
I was so stuned to hear about this. My heart & prayers go out to all our soldiers & their familes, including the families of the shooter and/or shooters. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Tonya
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:59 PM
I think that its a strange coincidence that in 2006 on this day sadaam hussein was sentenced to death... Motive??? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: ann
Location: Fort Worth, TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:59 PM
This is so sad. I send prayers for all the families who have lost a loved one and those who were wounded. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: American
Location: TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:59 PM
Like my mom says, all rag heads must die to end jihad. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Scared
Location: on Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:53 PM
We still have children on lockdown in schools that are off post as well, such as Shoemaker... not just on post. I'd really love to be able to get my child home from her school soon...as well as other Fort Hood children who are currently on lockdown and displaced from their families. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of those killed and wounded. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Vonmiwi
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:53 PM
My heart goes out to those soldiers and family members of those who lost their lives and were injured physically and mentally during this horrific ordeal. This horrible incident saddens me, that an individual would do something as evil as this. Fort Hood still holds such wonderful memories for me because it was my first duty station. Once a soldier,always a soldier. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Chino
Location: Korea
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:52 PM
My heart goes out to those who have lost a loved one in this tragic incident. Maybe if the Fort Hood would've allowed soldiers who possess concealed carry licenses, to in fact carry concealed on post, the threats could've been minimalized. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Melissa
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:51 PM
My husband is deployed to Iraq and is stationed out of Ft. Hood. It is a sad day when I feel he is safer there than here at home. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Tami
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:50 PM
God bless our soldiers but please have the newscasters stop talking over video and please they are talking over everything and rambling [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Gil
Location: Stillhouse Hollow Lake
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:46 PM
I am totally shocked! My heart and prayers go out to all family members. That's right liberals I said prayers. I wonder where the medevac helicopters came from since Ft. Hood no longer has an on site medevac unit or contract. I ask all to please pray for the victims and their families. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Priscilla
Location: Del Rio
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:42 PM
My sister is a soldier there and I am glad to know she is unharmed, my prayers go to everyone involved. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Brandie
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:40 PM
My heartfelt prayers go out to the families of the victims both deceased and wounded at Fort Hood. Please everyone join in and pray with me as well that all who are involved will get through this terrible situation. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jessica
Location: Liberty Village, Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:37 PM
I live right down the street from where this happened! You would have never imagined that this would happen! I am thankful for all the military that helped out in this. I am praying for the Families here and overseas. My husband is deployed and didnt know anything about this until i called him. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Elizabeth
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:34 PM
As tragic as this is, I hope that we as a community will recover from this tragedy and as scary as the sirens sounds, I am glad that Fort Hood has the emergency broadcast system and that lets the community know what to do in the face of danger. I am a SSG(P) in the Army who is due to report to Hood next week and this is also my hometown. Please...let's all come together. If you know someone who has been impacted by this, give them the comfort they need. Also, now is the time that we should also think about donating blood. For as long as I can remember, the blood bank on Fort Hood was always needing blood. So, if you're on post and want to do your part, I'm pretty sure one of those injured could use the blood. Also, I'm pretty sure the local hospitals may take blood donations as well. We are ARMY STRONG! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Robert
Location: Temple
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:32 PM
This wouldnt happen if you let concealed licensed people carry where ever they choose. Not even our largest base in America is safe. Dont matter how many gates they put on post its still not safe. Let me carry my pistol and this may not have happen to most of the people died and got injured. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Michelle
Location: Little Rock AFB
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:32 PM
I'm from Copperas Cove...My prayers go out to all involved in this tragedy and my heart breaks for those who lost their lives and their families. God Bless them all. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Marialaina
Location: California
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:31 PM
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the soldiers and families in Fort Hood. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Andi
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:27 PM
My brother and his family are down there. I've gotten word that he's ok but my heart goes out to those that are not. Be proud of the real soldiers out there that are trying to protect our country! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Pastor Ken
Location: Borger, TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:27 PM
Our Prayers go out to the families of the fallen and wounded. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Love life
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:24 PM
We're stuck here at work. The gunman was a freakin' major in the Army! What in the world? Muslims are coming out. That's why I never voted for OBAMA, but you put him there. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Gypsy
Location: texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:23 PM
OMG!!! this so sad as I sit hear and wait to hear if my nephew is ok.. my heart and prayers goes out to all the families of these service men and woman.. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sarah
Location: FL
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:22 PM
AMY: wait to hear from her. She will contact you. The other option is to call the Red Cross. They can find out what's going on with her and let you know within the next 12 hours. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jeff
Location: Killeen TX
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:21 PM
I was very disappointed in the nonchalant attitude of the head public office during the news brief just a few moments ago.. He was smiling at one point while answering a question... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: yeppers
Location: Gatesville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:20 PM
This is so sad. My eyes are welling up as I type this message. The reporters are encouraging people to give blood, so please do so! Unfortunately I cannot because of heart problems and diabetes, but I'm praying for everyone there. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Darlene Jobe
Location: whitney
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:20 PM
Will there be a place to give blood around the whitney , hillsboro area. i am type o postive [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Ticked off MAMA
Location: on Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:19 PM
Not all children are home from school!!! My daughter is still on lockdown at her school currently and was due home hours ago... if giving information, give it accurately! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Amber
Location: Fort Hood, Texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:19 PM
Malik Hassan you are deeply hated by all of the United States! Its sad to this a Major would kill his fellow men. Some who have may even followed him through Iraq! It breaks my heart and I am praying for the families! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Mario
Location: FT Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:17 PM
This is a very sad day for III Corps & Ft Hood [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Cheryl
Location: 104 miles from
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:16 PM
Our Prayers go out to Fort Hood and it's community. Some comments about the incident before all the facts are in are so wrong. To suggest we sell weapons for war savaged soldiers, blame Obama, or say this is the governments fault. It is a dishonor to those serving who fight for the government you get to complain about. And regardless of what a soldier thinks about the President, he is always respected and if the government didn't train somebody where would you be, because I see you failed to be trained. "hoo-ahh" [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Staff Sergeant
Location: S
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:14 PM
This just torques me off I am here @ hood done my duty in war (7 tours!!) and this just gives more ammo for the civilians not to support us its bad enough that my pay is low and we need a raise and benefits more than any civilian gets and now you see why [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Stacey
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:14 PM
crazy crazy crazy...GOD BLESS FT. HOOD [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: 'ren
Location: ding dong
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:14 PM
i pray to the great spirit for all my brothers and sisters, all my relations which i have never met, in central texas tonite. please bless their hearts great spirit, and wrap their souls in your unconditional love, always. for this i pray. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Gail
Location: OVZ
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:08 PM
I am a resident of Salado, in London on vacation, and a mother of an Army soldier currently in Iraq. This tragedy frightens all of us, but it couldn't have been in a better place for security and emergent healthcare. We love our Army soldiers, and we can provide exceptional care in Central Texas. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Doug
Location: Ft Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:05 PM
Everything has calmed down. We shouold be released before too long to go home. My thanks go out to the Military Police and thier quick reaction to this incident. Please ease up on the cell phones. There are still peolple trying to contact family to let them know they are OK. MSG Douglas Pattillo [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:05 PM
im sorry for the people hurt and those who have left us!! but on the other hand a name like malik or hasan what was the us thinkin lettin him in the service [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: King
Location: Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:02 PM
Major Malik Nadal Hasan. The one who was shot dead. Worked in psychiactric dept at Darnell Army Hospital. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Elizabeth
Location: Cali
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:01 PM
i am from Harker Heights Tx i just moved to Cali like 2 months ago, my fiance was a medic in the army. and i still have tons of friends in the army on Ft.Hood.. i hope they r ok and my heart and prayers go out the friends and family of the people involved! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Hmmm
Location: New England
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:01 PM
I've heard that one of the shooters had recently converted to Islam... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Shuntrey
Location: Greensboro N.C.
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:01 PM
Former Fort Hood soldier. My heart goes out to all the families of the fallen and wounded. FIRST TEAM!!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: William
Location: Missouri
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:57 PM
Just left Fort Hood in JULY! This is crazy that something like this can happen. I did get in touch with all that I left there but my heart, thoughta and prayers do go ou tto all that is there going through this [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: ME
Location: WACO
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:56 PM
Notice the name of the shooter.....that figures. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: C.D.M
Location: Kansas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:56 PM
The guy's name "ABC News indentified the shooter as Maj. Malik Hassan." Sounds like an Iraqi that they brought over here to train in our army.... WHY DID THEY DO THIS?! What kind of idiot thinks these guys are going to turn on their own country? I live right next to Ft. Riley, and we have Iraqi's here.. so are we next? I mean really.....stop bringing the enemy here to destroy our own country! My heart does go out to all those who lost their lives today and their families. I am just sickened that this happens in our country. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Amy
Location: Fort Leonardwood, Missouri
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:56 PM
My sister works at the processing center, no one can reach her, including my brother-in-law. I am trying to call hospitals, but no one admitted has been identified as her. How can I find my sister? Can anyone tell me what I can do to make sure she's ok? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Fort Hood Worker
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:54 PM
Quit saying the shooters were soldiers! They weren't. A soldier doesn't do something like this to a fellow soldier. They may have been in the military but were NOT soldiers. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Nam Vet Former Wacoan
Location: Baltimore, MD
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:53 PM
This is devastating, especially to all soldiers, whether on active duty or not, and to all military families. One can only hope it's an isolated incident of one person going berserk. My thoughts and prayers are with the Ft. Hood community. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Andrea
Location: Madison
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:53 PM
How can we find out more about suspect, Malik Nadal Hasan? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Chris
Location: Troy
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:52 PM
look at the name and look at the actions thats all I have to say. This is horrible, simply horrible [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: SS
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:50 PM
Malik Hassan??????? Wth??? Why would we let people with that name join our U.S. Army?? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: margaret
Location: bryan tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:50 PM
hey i cant belive whats happening. im watching kbtx channel 3( the cbs affileate here in the brozos valley their bocasting kwtx coverage) [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: mike ash
Location: cocoa beach
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:49 PM
My hubbies best friend is stationed there... how do we find out who got hurt? his family isn't answering the phone... please post any information. thank you [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: SUE
Location: AUSTIN
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:48 PM
Tony, because of you I had to post to tell you, I will keep all the soldiers in my thoughts and prayers in and deployed. My daughter is over there now and is out of Ft. Hood. I thank all of you from my deep in my heart for serving. I also pray for the families of the soldiers and thank them. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Katie
Location: Harker Heights
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:48 PM
my dad and my friends family is on lock down in there right now. my dad is located 2 blocks from the creek px. i am praying that everything will go well and they can come home safely. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: AM AMERICAN
Location: CENTRAL TEXAS
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:47 PM
local tv stations for fort hood/killeen/belton,temple,waco are kwtx.com, kxxv.com,kcentv.com [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Debra
Location: Littleton ,Colorado
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:46 PM
I am praying for all of the families at Fort Hood and Killeen. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sad
Location: Killeen Tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:43 PM
Sad cant describe the feeling around here right now. Fort Hood will not be back to normal for a loong time. Thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved, may God keep us all safe and grant a speedy end to this event today. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Kelli
Location: San Antonio, Texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:42 PM
my heart breaks for the families of the people killed or injured in this awful event. i don't understand how this happens or why. i'll be praying for them. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: military
Location: wife
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:40 PM
Considering the name of the shooter....I wonder the motive. This is truly terrible. I grew up at Ft. Hood, having both my father and brother stationed there. My heart and prayers go the the families of the killed and injured, but this also makes me so angry. To think that if these gunmen had terrorist motives and that there will be rejoicing at the striking of Americans at heart of our soil...... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: us vet
Location: cali
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:39 PM
Cant believe this. My heart goes out to all of those who are dealing with the loss of our fellow soldiers and their families. Ft Hood was my home for 2 years. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Momma
Location: Louisiana
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:38 PM
I am happy to say that my son is not one of the casualties or wounded, as he is based at Ft. Hood. My prayers go out to the other families who's loved ones may have been injured or killed by these individuals. My heart hurts for you. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Mad as Hornet
Location: close by
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:38 PM
Does the name Malik Hassan ring a bell to anyone? Geesh wonder what religion he is. Soilder or not, PTSD or not, we need answers. Does being a muslim have a higher calling or honor than the united states or the US military. These types of questions need to be aswered or we all need to get ready for all hell to brake loose with the muslim factions that are already here! One strike is all these monsters need!! And tey wonder why we look at them as suspicious. Absolutely pathetic left wing bull&^*%!! I pray for all those involved with the exception of the thug muslim punks and his accomplises whom delivered this unprovoked attack!! May god bless america, and not ALLAH!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: melissa
Location: waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:38 PM
im in shock, but my heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to the families, friends and fellow soldiers, and lastly to the people responsible for organizing and puttin forth the effot to helpin capture and arest the suspects, everyones efforts showed that we are still one unit. thank you to everyone for keeping us safe and for keeping us informed of the situation [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: April
Location: Belton
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:36 PM
I am very close to what just happened and its terrifing to hear that it is this close to home. Please keep all of the families involved in your prayers!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: military wife
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:36 PM
i believe that things like this wouldnt happen if the military would pay more attention to the men and women who come home and need help dealling with what they have been through and not just told that it is not a big deal and that they just need to get over it. i pray that our men and women never go through this again and i pray that they can really get the help that they need when they come home. i am so sorry for all the familys and i want everyone to no that i am praying for you all [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: danielle
Location: copperas cove
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:35 PM
wow, we now know it was a muslim... that explains it. thats just sad my prayers go out to yall. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Newaygo Family Support Group
Location: Michigan
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:34 PM
We extend our deepest sympathy and prayers to all our Military members and their families affected by this heinous act of violence.Our Prayers are with all of you. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: trish
Location: fort hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:34 PM
all of us are on lock down , it did take forever for the alarm to go off, ihad family calling b4 i knew we were locked down. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: jasper
Location: waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:33 PM
Obama you are one big joke dude. you are a disgrace to this country. how do we know this wasn't a terrorist attack? I guess the news people and fort hood have to lie to people to keep a big panic from happening. I knew something like this was going to happen in our backyard. it is probably going to be another 9\11. and it happened on obamas watch and all he can do is stutter on the news. you are One Big A## Mistake America. It is a muslim country now and here comes Al Queda storming through central texas. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: bill
Location: killeen, tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:33 PM
This such a tragedy, i question if these Soldiers were somehow linked to a terrorist organization. The army has allowed gang-bangers now will it be terrorists [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: winnie brazell
Location: killeen tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:33 PM
omg this is so terrible. why would anyone do this to inicent people im praying for every one involved with this horrible trAgedy i hope the shooters will rot [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Tabitha
Location: Willapa, Washington
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:31 PM
My heart goes out to all those who are dealing with the loss and the pain caused by this... does anyone know the names of the soldiers? An extremely close friend of mine is stationed at Ft. Hood... I'm so worried. :'( [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: john
Location: ft hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:30 PM
weve posted soldiers at almost every door. everything is calming down but we arent allowed outside. every medic is on standby. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sue
Location: Salida, Colorado
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:29 PM
We are praying for all the families and friends and the injured. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Scared
Location: fthood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:28 PM
I live on Ft Hood. I have been crying since i heard what was happening. Alone at home with my son wondering when this will end and wishing my husband was able to leave work and come home. This is so scary and to close to home. Hearing the alert sirens and gun shots is terrifing and heart breaking knowing that in that instant someones life had changed forever is the worest of ways. I pray for all those killed and injured along with there families. It seems that of all place you should feel safe living it would be a military base. The shooters should have been shot on the spot instead of trying to take then into custody, lifes could have been saved. Please Pray for a end and for all of us on Ft Hood that are still in danger. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Donald Kinder
Location: Bellmead
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:26 PM
It is sad that this could happen anywhere more espscially a Millitary Instalation. We have enough soldiers dying overseas, and then this to happen on there doorstep. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of the famillys involved. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Stacy
Location: waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:26 PM
baffling and truly devastating. i am so horrified that something like this could happen in our own back yard. god bless our military men and women. i will be praying for them all. my countrymen, my heroes. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Monica
Location: Killeen/Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:25 PM
They still have us locked in our buildings. Though I feel safe, I am concerned for my son who is in Afghanistan. When he wakes up and here the news, we will be worried about us. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: me
Location: here
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:24 PM
really...?? what has central texas become?!.. i pray for all the familys out there! GOD BLESS!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: ft lewis army wife
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:24 PM
This is terrible! who wouldve ever thought this would happen on a military post!!! RIDICULOUS!! I pray for all the children and families.. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: SSGS WIFE
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:23 PM
WE NEED TO PRAY FOR ALL THE SOLDIERS & PPL ON POST!! PPL AT THAT BUILDNG ARE COMING BACK AND ARE DEPLOYING..THINGS LIKE THIS SHOULDNT HAPPEN ESPECIALLY ON POST. PPL FIGHT FOR OUR COUNTRY THERE OVERSEAS..WE SHOULDNT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT OUR LOVED ONES ON A POST!! I WILL PRAY FOR EVERYONE AT THAT BUILDING AND ON POST!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: ashley
Location: alabama
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:23 PM
we're all praying for those soldiers and their families. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Annette Helen Altgelt
Location: Elkton MD
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:23 PM
Let us also include in our prayers all people who were in that building thus were affected by the cruelty. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: North Carolina
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:23 PM
I will keep everyone that is affected by this tragedy in my thoughts and prayers [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: motherof3
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:22 PM
Who in the world said " It's like 911 all over again " You must be out of your mind. This is awful but in no way near what 911 was. Just goes to show that there are sick people everywhere, in the military, in our neighborhoods, in our schools, in our churches. The enemy ( Satan ) is roaming the earth seeking who he can destroy. It's NOT the war, it's a spiritual war with the devil. Wake up people. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Cynthia
Location: Victoria, Tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:22 PM
We are all praying for the families and soldiers in Fort Hood. Can someone update us down here? Are there more shootings off post? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Tony
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:22 PM
Please everyone keep these soldiers,their families, and all the civilians that work there at ft. hood as well those deployed in our prayers, and with veterans day coming those who had served our country,like myself, in our prayers because without us veterans, the U.S. would not be FREE [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Hey
Location: Doe
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:21 PM
John Doe. As we sit here in lock down within distance of the first shooting, it sickens me to see some coward sitting out there and pointing fingers. You certainly have no idea what they or we are going through so shut your trap! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Prior Service
Location: Sierra Vista, Arizona
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:20 PM
This is truly horrible. Can't believe something like this could happen at Ft. Hood. I pray that God be with the injured soldiers and their families. I pray that God provide the fallen soldiers families the strength to go through this...my heart really goes out to these family. God Bless you ALL!! For the gunmen that did this....I hope they get everything they deserve!!! This is so sad! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Concerned American
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:19 PM
As we pray for the families and soldiers affected by this tragedy, lets not forget how this happened. We should never put our guard down for one minute. We are not safe and probably never will be again. Please maintain a vigulance each and every day. May God be with each person affected by this horrible event. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Andrew
Location: Dallas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:19 PM
As a former Ft Hood MP, I cannot fathom the pain that all soldiers on Ft Hood are dealing with at this time, please pray for the families of these soldiers, and the family of the civilian Police officer who was killed. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Maria Garcia
Location: Fort Stewart, Ga
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:18 PM
I dont understand why any one would want to do this awful deed, but everyone on post has my prayer we were station there a few years back. I know its hard to grasp but i hope they caught every single person involde in this shooting or anyone who knew about it .. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Andria
Location: Louisiana
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:17 PM
does anyone know the names of the soldiers who were hurt...my brother is stationed in ft.hood and im worried [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Lisa
Location: Copperas cove
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:17 PM
I have to agree with John.. Everyone seen this coming. You have these soldiers going back and fourth to and from war zones. No human being would be able to handle this. This is so very sad that yoiu have soldiers turning on their own. May God be with all involved. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:16 PM
the army major who was the shooter that was killed names in malik hassan, a converted muslim [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jane
Location: NotDoe
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:14 PM
John Doe, that's ridiculous. People shoot other people all the time with no connection to the military. You can't say the army made them murderers. That's insulting to people who devote their lives to protecting YOU. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Raven
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:13 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and soldiers of Ft. Hood [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:12 PM
Why did it take the on post emergency warning system an hour to activate and alert on post personnel??? [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Cristine
Location: San Antonio, Texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:10 PM
I used to live in Commanche II. I never thought something as heavy as this would ever happen... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: debi
Location: leander
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:09 PM
Our prayers are with the families. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: SFC K
Location: Ft Drum, NY
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:08 PM
Please pray for the fallen and the wounded. The soldiers and families do not deserve this. We fight our battles overseas against enemies not our fellow soldiers!! For the fallen R.I.P. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Me
Location: fort carson
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:08 PM
My prayers go out to all of you...Fort hood was my home fro 5 years.. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: justin boggess
Location: temple tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:05 PM
my mother works at scott and white hospital and she says that they are on lockdown because most of the patients are coming there by airlift. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: A
Location: 20milesaway
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:04 PM
I can't believe this! My heart goes out to these family on base! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: John
Location: San Antonio
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:59 PM
Everyone please pray for these soldiers and their families. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Fellow Soldier
Location: Alexandria, VA
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:58 PM
God be with the Soldiers and families of Fort Hood. Hoping for a rapid conclusion to this horrible event. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Barbara
Location: Hewitt
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Please pray for the victims families and for the safety of those still on the base. And pray that all the gunmen are caught! My heart goes out to the families of those injured and dead. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Teena
Location: Waco, Texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:45 PM
What is this world coming to! I think it is a real shame!Also, I pray that the families will band together and pray for the ones who shot their loved ones. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Deployed FH Soldier
Location: Iraq
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:45 PM
As I sit here in one of the last untamed remote regions of Iraq, I have to asked how could this happen? In America on a military post(my post). Who was asleep at their post? Unbelievable [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jay
Location: Killeen, Tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:42 PM
Your female ON_AIR commentator should stop using terms like 'it's "dead calm" right now' and 'you would be "blown away" at the size of Fort Hood'. I find it unprofessional in this highly emotional tragedy. Think of concerned spouses and family members involved and listening to her comments. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: married to a soldier
Location: killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:42 PM
please everyone pray for everyone killed and wounded in this.im glad my brother called me before it hit the news. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jennifer
Location: Outside of post gates
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:41 PM
May god bless the families of those killed. I am appalled that Ft. Hood is under attack!!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Katelyn
Location: Smallwood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:40 PM
Wow didn't think this could happen to us. My prayers are with the people who are on post and the people who were shot and there family. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: John
Location: Doe
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:37 PM
Couldn't say we didn't see it coming. The war is screwing everyone up. I blame the government, not the soldiers. These guys were created, no one is born that way. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:32 PM
THIS IS SO SAD..ITS LIKE 9/11 AGAIN.. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:28 PM
Why did it take more than an hour for the new, million dollar post warning system to be activated??? People on post found out when their spouses called from off post asking if they were o.k.Unacceptable. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Maranda Rinaldi
Location: Fort Hood, tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:27 PM
There are two theaters here on Ft. Hood. The Howze Theater is beside the Sportsdome Center. This is such a sad day on Ft. Hood and it just makes me wonder how this can happen on our own soil. I pray for all the family members this has affected. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:26 PM
I cannot believe this happened on Fort Hood. I have lived on and off post for more than 15 years and something like this has never happened. Fort Hood is supposed to be really safe and secure. All I can say is wow. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: SNL
Location: Robinson
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:25 PM
Prayers to everyone affected by this awful tragedy. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: celine
Location: killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:24 PM
i am scared my dad is on ford hood!!!!!!!!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: anonymous
Location: tx
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:24 PM
What is wrong with people these days? This is rediculous! Things are bad enough as it stands without this mess happening every other week. This is rapidly becoming a copy cat type situation. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Paco
Location: Troy
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:20 PM
Wonder if someone will try to blame this on the illegals too. Hope they catch those hijos de su madre. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: roxie
Location: killeen texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:19 PM
this is dumb why do somethin so stupid...takin people lives [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: john
Location: ft hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:16 PM
you can not see the sports dome from where you are at. the theater are next to each other [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Shanan
Location: Killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:16 PM
The Soldier's Dome is not the same thing as the Sportsman's Center. The Soldier's Dome is where the shooting occurred. It appears in the top LEFT of our screens according to the map you all are showing NOT the top RIGHT. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: daniel
Location: temple
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:11 PM
This is sick...why do people even think about this...the gunman deserve to die!!!! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: dustin
Location: nowhere
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:08 PM
fort hood needs to guard alot better [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: amy
Location: killeen
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:02 PM
Im sorry for all of the victims and their loved ones.GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Richard
Location: Florida
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:01 PM
This is horrible! My thoughts and prayers are with the families that have deal with this loss. So sad... [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Timothy
Location: Salado
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:01 PM
Salado schools on soft lock down. Buses expected to run on schedule. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Larry
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:01 PM
Fort Hood may seem like a safe place but there is always the potential for violence such as this. Be careful and aware of your surroundings. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Belton
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:59 PM
Very sad! Prayers for all the families! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:59 PM
1 more reason to carry a concealed pistol [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Ashley
Location: Ft Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:58 PM
One man is in custody and FBI is on their way from San Antonio! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Concerned
Location: Fort Hood
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:55 PM
Let's sell more weapons in the PX for war savaged soldiers to buy and USE! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Sarah
Location: Texas
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:55 PM
Our prayers are with Fort Hood and all of those affected by this tragedy. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Andrew
Location: Ft. Leavenworth
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:55 PM
God bless the fallen. Hope they catch them all and send them my way. The USDB! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Lauren
Location: waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:54 PM
i knew it would happen.. thanx OBAMA there coming now!!!!!!!!! May god be with the families and soliders in fort hood! :) Lt BiLly DeAn! We LoVe U! [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Jack
Location: Nolanville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:53 PM
FYI: Solder's Dome is on Battalion 1/2 between 72nd and Clear Creek, not far from CTC Soldier's Learning Center. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Eve
Location: Waco
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:53 PM
This is really horrible. My heart goes out to the families of these victims. [ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:52 PM
We can here the announcement siren but cant completely understand everything said. [ Report Abuse ] |
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""""""""Honestly"""""""" What the "Heck" are "You" "saying". "I "DO" have"people" I "love and/or"care" about""" in the "armed" forces. "Army" Air Force "and" Marines. """""" Good enough"""" for "you"? "moron"
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I HAVE TO SAY THAT AFTER WHAT HAPPENED AT FT.HOOD THE ARMY HAD BETTER PUT THAT MAN TO DEATH. I KNOW THEY HAVE NOT CARRIED OUT THE DEATH PENELTY SINCE ABOUT 1961 BUT I THINK IT IS PAST TIME. MY SON IS IN THE ARMY AND IT IS BAD ENOUGH THE SOILDERS ARE IN HARMS WAY OVERSEAS BUT THEY SHOULD BE SAFE AT HOME. AND IT IS THE MILITARYS PLACE TO SEE THEY ARE SAFE...
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Don't really see a reason for all of the quotation marks.
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"Yep"...anyone can be "questioned", there's no issue there. One the other side of that; there's no matter of being neither morally nor intellectually superior to "any" of you "dummies" being important to me. I'll not entertain that anymore for you, because you are already "well" read. I don't "have" to bash Bush... I've already mentioned "hindsight", and it IS 20/20! Let's just be sure our decisions today; tomorrow; and "election-time", that we make decisions that aren't "personal", but for the good of our Nation and it's tomorrow. I can understand your being "stupid" if you have no one in this world that you love or care about (a child/children..or anyone actively serving in the Armed Forces). I am not offended by someone that doesn't know how to read; nor understands what they are reading. I am "irritated" by the one that "doesn't" read, and then simply "repeats what they hear". Don't be that "silly" YEP. "Issues"; again, need to be the concerns...not personal opinion that equals "0.
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Honestly, you honestly need to grow up. You start by being offended by someone daring to question Obama and in one instant you start bashing Bush. That makes you just as annoying and childish as the one you were chastising. And then of course you did it again this morning. I hate to break it to you slick, but you are in no way morally or intellectually superior to any of the people you were talking down to. On the contrary, if you have even a quotient of the sense you want people to think, then you should know better.
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Yes, former President Bush and his wife were here this past Friday evening. No news cameras or reporters. Our current President will be here tomorrow once everything is set for a good "photo op".
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Plato - Do you keep up with the news? President Obama is visiting Fort Hood Tuesday, or do you just set back and criticize the President of the USA like most republicans. Pay attention to facts.
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"Plato"...please get "informed" before you post "blank" comments!!! President Obama "is" coming to Killeen/Ft. Hood. We definately appreciate this fact. I will close by "informing" you of the fact that his "predecessor" was here on a "private" visit last week, as he "should" have been. After all...."he" is responsible for most of what's going on today in our economy. This; of course, includes our involvement in "two" wars...and a Major Hasan. Get "informed"...not "offensive". Your comment holds no merit.
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Where's Obama? He found time to go to Copenhagen and fail to bring back the Olympics. Obama was disrespectful at his presser for the massacre, and he won't come to Ft Hood as he loathes the military.
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Lets not forget the child that Valdez was carrying.
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This shooting at Ft. Hood WAS a terrorist attack. It may have been one lone terrorist; but it was a terrorist attack none the less. Maj. Hasan made it loudly and clearly known prior to opening fire on his victims that he was doing it in the name of "Alla" (don't know if I even spelled that right). I hope and pray that people don't start retaliating against Muslims or anyone they think looks like they might be. This would be violence also; and not to be condoned. But we do need to call what Maj. Hasan did what it is; a terrorist attack against Americans. Plain and simple.
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I agree with 'Eric from Ft. Campbell', why is the media stressing the fact that the shooter was a Muslim, was that a factor? Let's all pray for those who were wounded to recover soon and for peace and comfort to the families and friends of the fallen. Whether or not the unborn child is counted among the losses that fateful day (and that may happen following the autopsies), God realizes that a life was lost and perhaps that is what really matters. As far as the President paying Ft. Hood a visit, he may or he may not - he is the President and he has a lot on his plate right now so if he decides not to show up it should not be viewed as a snub. Too many soldiers are so quick to criticize President Obama over anyting he does or doesn't do and some comments are downright disrespectful. In 29 years of service I've voted for and served under presidents from both major political parties but the one constant is that I gave the person in that office my 100% - I'm kinda sworn to do that.
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Obama this..Obama that. Stop "whining" about YOUR former President's mistakes! You voted someone in Office that was and is "still" the cause of EVERYTHING we face as a Nation today!! We are still in "two" wars, our economy is finally beginning to recover "some". Yet some of you are "blaming" Mr. Obama for "your-guy's" GREED! Search and discover just how much wealthier Mr. Bush AND Mr. Cheney are now. No U.S. President nor Vice-President has left the White House wealthier! Focus on the "issues" and let's hope for resolution to them. We are hurting enough here in Killeen/Ft. Hood to not have issues being "faced". We live; work; and raise our families here..the same as many others across this great Nation does. Several of us believe that we will rise above this awful tragedy... and we "will". Let's send out our prayers to the victims and families of the victims. Not personal opinion that holds no merit, because "hind-sight" is 20/20. SUPPORT OUR TROOPS and our Nation's Leaders!
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As an army wife I couldn't imagine this hitting so close to home because I consider all soldiers as a family. I am deeply sadden and disturbed that this man did a selfish act and that's not what the military stands for. I am proud of all that serves and selfishly give to others before themselves. The ones who helped the wounded are the real heros and Hasan was a coward. When you take that oath you make a promise to protect others and this country. I pray for the families of the fallen and injured. Every soldier joins knowing the risk and for that I'm thankful that they take it. I am proud of our troops for their sacrifices they make for this country. Unfortunely by reading some of these comments by mostly "civilians" they take this for granted, the fight the soldiers do for the ungreatful ones that take advantage. Please give your support to the troops, families, the fallen and injured. May God bless all who make the sacrifices to save us and keeps us protected.
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hedid what a good muslim following the koran is told to do. a good muslim must kill all christens and jews and anyone else that is a threat to muslims. the major was a good muslim, all you need to do is by a koran and read it. he messed up though because his life was spared and he will not go to get his reward.
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