Seven Dead in Shooting at Wisconsin Temple

Seven people were killed and at least three were injured when a gunman opened fire during morning services at a Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, according to CNN.

A shootout with police left the gunman dead and one police officer injured, CNN reported. The officer and two injured civilians were taken to a nearby hospital. Their conditions were unknown.

"Michelle and I were deeply saddened to learn of the shooting that tragically took so many lives in Wisconsin," President Obama said in a statement. "At this difficult time, the people of Oak Creek must know that the American people have them in our thoughts and prayers, and our hearts go out to the families and friends of those who were killed and wounded. My Administration will provide whatever support is necessary to the officials who are responding to this tragic shooting and moving forward with an investigation. As we mourn this loss which took place at a house of worship, we are reminded how much our country has been enriched by Sikhs, who are a part of our broader American family."

The temple, which is a large facility south of Milwaukee, contained dozens of worshipers, including children, CNN reported. Many hid inside bathrooms and other facilities after the shooting started, using mobile phones to place 911 calls.

In a statement, Mitt Romney called the shooting "a senseless act of violence and a tragedy that should never befall any house of worship," adding that the thoughts and prayers of the Romney family are with the victims and their families.

"Our hearts go out to the victims and their families, as we all struggle to comprehend the evil that begets this terrible violence," Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker said in statement.??"At the same time, we are filled with gratitude for our first responders, who show bravery and selflessness as they put aside their own safety to protect our neighbors and friends."

The shooting comes roughly two weeks after a gunman attacked movie goers in a theater in Aurora, Colorado, leaving 12 dead and dozens injured.

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Source: http://news.yahoo.com/seven-dead-shooting-wisconsin-temple-145039912.html

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