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A shooting occurs inside a municipal building at Virginia Beach, Virginia, leaving 13 people dead, including the shooter, and four others injured.
On May 31, 2019, a gunman opened fire inside a Virginia Beach municipal building, killing 13 people (including himself) and injuring four others.
On the morning of May 31, 2019, an environmental engineer employed at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center opened fire in Building 2, targeting co-workers.
Over the span of nearly 30 minutes, he killed 12 city employees and contractors before police officers fatally shot him, bringing the death toll to 13.
Four other individuals sustained injuries during the rampage and were rushed to nearby hospitals.
The suspect had reportedly mailed a resignation letter and a final paycheck to his girlfriend shortly before the attack.
The massacre shocked the local community and prompted nationwide discussions on workplace violence and security measures.
In the aftermath, Virginia Beach officials implemented stricter entry controls and reviewed employee stress reporting procedures.
Memorials and fundraising efforts were organized to support the families of the victims and survivors.
2019
A shooting
Virginia Beach
Virginia