February 26, 2016

Kilmer Statement on Shooting in Mason County

TACOMA, WA – Today, Representative Derek Kilmer (D-WA) released the following statement after a shooting in Mason County left five people dead.

“This tragic news is heartbreaking for everyone in our region,” said Kilmer. “Tonight and in the coming days we will be thinking of the families and friends impacted by this shooting, and offering our support and prayers. I’m grateful to local law enforcement and first responders for their ongoing service in the wake of this incident. As a dad, it pains me that so many communities like ours are faced with tragedies like this, and I’m hopeful we can come together to find ways to stop them.” 

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