Live Updates: Multiple Killed at El Paso Mall, Suspect Apprehended - Reports

According to a statement from District President Dr. Neil Matkin, cited by CNN, suspected shooter Patrick Crusius attended Collin College in McKinney, Texas, from 2017-2019.

"We are saddened and horrified by the news of the shooting today in El Paso, Texas. A student by the name of Patrick Crusius attended Collin College from fall 2017 through spring 2019", Matkin said in the statement, cited by CNN.

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Update from SPD regarding the Socorro neighborhood Walmart. pic.twitter.com/0BB0c9fB1x

— City of Socorro (@City_of_Socorro) 3 August 2019

El Paso Police Chief Greg Allen said, cited by AP that hate crime among the possibilities authorities investigating in border town shooting.

According to CNN report, citing eyewitnesses, a child ran inside "telling there's an active shooter at Walmart". However, no one reportedly took the child seriously because of his age.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi offered prayers for those affected by the shooting.

“Too many families in too many communities have been forced to endure the daily horror of gun violence. Enough is enough [...] The Republican Senate’s continued inaction dishonors our solemn duty to protect innocent men, women and children and end this epidemic once and for all", Pelosi said in a statement, cited by CNN.

Meanwhile, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has tweeted that "the situation in El Paso is heartbreaking. We are so grateful to the first responders on the scene. I am praying for the victims, the survivors, and their families. We must act to help end gun violence in America".

“You know that number keeps changing. I hate to pin down a certain number, but I think it was definitely a large number. At least what I’m hearing, the reports between 15 and 20 are probably accurate”, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton told CNN on Saturday.

According to CNN, Police have not yet given a concrete number on how many victims there were in the shooting.

Now in the beautiful city of El Paso.

Texans grieve today for the people of this wonderful place.

We unite in support of all the victims.

We thank First Responders for their swift action.

We ask God to bind up the wounds of all who’ve been harmed. pic.twitter.com/2l8jDPHbe1

— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) August 3, 2019

Eleven people injured in Texas shooting were taken to Del Sol Medical Center, nine of them are in critical condition, the hospital's spokesman Victor Guerrero said Sunday.

"Two of them are stable condition, nine of them are critical, but stable condition. Age ranges from 35 to 83 years old", Guerrero said.

A spokesperson for University Medical Center of El Paso told reporters that 13 people had been delivered to this hospital, according to the KTSM broadcaster. He did not specify their condition. In addition, two children injured in the shooting were admitted to the relevant unit of this hospital.

BREAKING: Eyewitness video shows the moment Patrick Crusius is arrested in El Paso pic.twitter.com/qEG7LiXCQY

— OSI News (@OSINews) 3 August 2019

According to NBC News, citing senior US law enforcement officials, at least 19 people were killed and 40 were injured as a result of the shooting at the shopping centre in El Paso.

El Paso Police official has suggested that most of the victims were shot at a Walmart near the Cielo Vista Mall, AP reported.

Hospitals say they are treating 22 victims of the El Paso shooting, not including at least one who died during treatment, AP reported.

Blood needed urgently. Multiple injured transported to various hospitals. Blood donation centers Vitalent Blood Services at 424 s Mesa Hills and 133 N Zaragoza

— EL PASO POLICE DEPT (@EPPOLICE) 3 August 2019

According to the Police Department no immediate threats are present at the scene anymore.

Still, DO NOT attempt to go to Cielo Vista Mall or Walmart at Hawkins. Law Enforcement is still working at the scene.

The family reunification center is located at 8101 Whitus Dr. pic.twitter.com/zqa4qrtVPv

— El Paso Fire Department (@EPTXFire) 3 August 2019

A University Medical Centre of El Paso said, cited by AP, that one of 12 people who were transported to the hospital after the attack on a shopping complex has died.

Meanwhile, local authorities say multiple people were killed in the attack, but they haven't said how many were killed or wounded, according to AP.

We're in shock over the tragic events at Cielo Vista Mall in El Paso, where store 2201 & club 6502 are located. We’re praying for the victims, the community & our associates, as well as the first responders. We’re working closely with law enforcement & will update as appropriate.

— Walmart (@Walmart) 3 August 2019

BREAKING: El Paso Walmart gunman reportedly identified as 21-year-old Patrick Crusius #ElPaso pic.twitter.com/QRVruwC2xN

— OSI News (@OSINews) 3 August 2019

Terrible shootings in ElPaso, Texas. Reports are very bad, many killed. Working with State and Local authorities, and Law Enforcement. Spoke to Governor to pledge total support of Federal Government. God be with you all!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) 3 August 2019

Local media say, citing El Paso police, that a suspect shooter was Patrick Crusius, 21.

According to local media, citing El Paso police, there was a facebook post made by the suspect shooter before the attack.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott called the incident "heinous and senseless act of violence" in a statement, adding that "We have deployed troopers, special agents, Texas rangers, tactical teams, and aircraft to the scene in a support role".

Meanwhile, Mayor Dee Margo has confirmed to CNN that a total of three suspects are currently in custody.

Presidential candidate and former Texas congressman Beto O'Rourke said he had heard reports that the shooter might have had a military-style weapon, adding we need to "keep that (expletive) on the battlefield and do not bring it into our communities [...] We have to find some reason for optimism and hope or else we consign ourselves to a future where nearly 40,000 people are year will lose their lives to gun violence and I cannot accept that", O'Rourke said, cited by CBS.

This video was taken by Joshua Anthony who says this was at McDonald's inside Walmart near Cielo Vista Mall in El Paso, TX. Gunshots can be heard as customers are seen hiding under tables. Police report multiple fatalities.
STORY: https://t.co/wcjf98R97M
VIDEO: Joshua Anthony pic.twitter.com/usma6UdXU0

— Fox 35 News (@Fox35News) 3 August 2019

According to AFP, at least 20 people were killed in a mass shooting at the El Paso Mall. AFP also said, citing local officials, that at least 3 suspects had been apprehended.

Presidential hopeful and Texas Congressman Beto O'Rourke has commented on the situation.

"Truly heartbreaking. Stay safe, El Paso. Please follow all directions of emergency personnel as we continue to get more updates", he said.