AZ Gov Brewer: 'Heartbroken' After Shooting
ABC-TV 15 reports:
Arizona Governor Jan Brewer says she is shocked by Saturday's shooting of Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and several others in Tucson.
"All of Arizona is shocked and deeply saddened by the horrific tragedy that has happened in Tucson," she said just after 3pm.
At least 5 people have been confirmed dead in the shooting; several others are said to be in critical condition.
"I am just heart broken," Brewer said. "Gabby is more than just a colleague, she is my friend. She has always been a noble public servant. My thoughts and prayers are with Congresswoman Giffords and her family, the Congresswoman’s staff and their families, and well as the other victims of this senseless and cruel violence."
The governor has ordered all flags to be flown at half staff in honor of those who have lost their lives.
"It's an unbelievable tragedy that the people of Arizona experienced today, one of which in our worst nightmares we never could have imagined would have taken place," Brewer said.
