Gunman Kills 8 In Shooting At Texas Mall, Reflecting Epidemic Of U.S. Gun Violence

A lone gunman opened fire at a Dallas-area outlet mall, killing eight people and wounding seven others before being shot dead by police.
The victims ranged from young children to adults and included two sisters, a young couple and their 3-year-old son, an engineer, and a security guard.
The shooter, identified as 33-year-old Mauricio Garcia, exhibited an interest in white supremacist ideology and extremist beliefs.
The shooting was the second deadliest in the U.S. this year and the latest in an epidemic of gun violence that averages over 200 mass shootings annually.
In response, politicians and advocates renewed calls for gun control to curb violence, while others argued that addressing mental health and security were better solutions.