Brady Campaign Offers Condolences For Washington Police Officers

Dec 1, 2009

Washington, DC – Paul Helmke, President of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, released the following statement on news today that the manhunt for the suspected Washington cop killer is over:

"The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence extends its condolences to Washington law enforcement, their families, and their communities today as they grieve for the four Lakewood police officers killed while on duty on Sunday.  America's police officers risk their lives every day to protect our communities, and we are deeply grateful for their service and their sacrifice.

"According to reports, the Washington shooter was a mentally disturbed multiple felon out of prison who somehow armed himself before killing those Lakewood officers execution-style.  We don't know yet how this killer got his gun, but once again we see how lethally simple it is for dangerous people to get guns in America, helping them commit terrible crimes like this."

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As the nation's largest, non-partisan, grassroots organization leading the fight to prevent gun violence, the Brady Campaign, with its dedicated network of Million Mom March Chapters, works to enact and enforce sensible gun laws, regulations and public policies. The Brady Campaign is devoted to creating an America free from gun violence, where all Americans are safe at home, at school, at work, and in our communities.

For continuing insight and comment on the gun issue, read Paul Helmke's blog at www.bradycampaign.org/blog/. Visit the Brady Campaign website at www.bradycampaign.org.