on September 24, 2013 in World News
Congressman confirms ‘stand down’ order at Navy Yard
Congressman confirms ‘stand down’ order at Navy Yard A congressman has confirmed a “stand down” order was given to a rescue team that could have responded almost immediately to the shooter running amok at the Washington Navy Yard more than a week ago. In an interview with Jake Tapper of CNN, Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Texas, said his information came from a member of the rescue team. Ultimately, authorities said, 34-year-old Aaron Alexis was shot and killed by police after he allegedly shot two dozen people at his place of work, killing 12. The Atlantic Wire and other outlets reported several… View Article
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