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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1998

Page

3

Capitol Gunfire Sheds Light On Slayings At The Hill

Weston opened fire inside the Capitol complex and was subdued. FBI affidavit notes extra ammo in his pockets while House leaders vow tributes and aid to the fallen officers’ families. Clinton called the incident a savage moment as police seek witnesses.

FBI Weston Newt Gingrich R-Ga Republican Weekly Paul Oriaifo D.C. General Hospital House Tom DeLay Texas DeLay Texas Republican Dan Nichols Capitol Nichols

Suspect booby trapped, said law enforcement official

In Illinois Weston's family apologized for the deaths of two officers. Rev Robin Keating read a statement from the family outside their home near Walmeier Illinois. The statement expressed sorrow for the families and children and apologized to the nation for the trauma caused by their son. Weston lived on Montana property near a cabin and had made threats but was not known to have committed violence. Jefferson County Undersheriff Tim Campbell said Weston often tested boundaries and carried a long lasting grudge. Deputies recalled his warning to Campbell to watch his back.

Weston Secret Service Jances Central Intelligence Montana Clinton Norfolk Capitol Illinois Robin Keating Zoar United Christian Church Walmeyer Theodore Kaczynski Helena Jefferson County Tim Campbell Campbell

Memorial to add officers names after Capitol shooting

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial will inscribe the names of the Capitol shooting victims at a spring ceremony. Memorial director Craig W. Floyd also offered the memorial as the site for services next week for Jacob Chestnut and John Gibson. Flags will stay at half staff until after the funerals. Floyd said the add of Chestnut and Gibson to the wall is planned for May 13.

Washington Capitol Craig W. Floyd National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Jacob Chestnut John Gibson Floyd Chestnut Gibson

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