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9 people shot and injured in downtown Tucson early Sunday
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· July 19, 2026
· 4 min read
Police shot and apprehended the suspected shooter, officials said.
By Vanessa Navarrete and Bill Hutchinson
Video byCaterina Andreano and Katrina Stapleton
July 19, 2026, 1:04 PM
By the Numbers: America has a gun violence problem
A look at the level of gun violence in the U.S. thro...
Key takeaway By Vanessa Navarrete and Bill Hutchinson Video byCaterina Andreano and Katrina Stapleton July 19, 2026, 1:04 PM By the Numbers: America has a gun violence problem A look at the level of gun violence in the U.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The shooting in downtown Tucson serves as a stark reminder of the potential for gun violence in crowded entertainment districts, a concern that also resonates in El Paso . As a city with its own vibrant downtown area, El Paso residents and visitors alike can appreciate the swift response of Tucson police officers who were on foot patrol and able to intervene quickly. The fact that officers were able to render first aid to both the suspect and the wounded victims is a testament to their training and preparedness. El Paso's own law enforcement agencies have likely taken note of this incident and may be reviewing their own protocols for responding to similar situations. As the investigation into the motive behind the shooting continues, El Pasoans may be wondering what measures can be taken to prevent such incidents from occurring in their own city.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Police shot and apprehended the suspected shooter, officials said.
By Vanessa Navarrete and Bill Hutchinson
Video byCaterina Andreano and Katrina Stapleton
July 19, 2026, 1:04 PM
By the Numbers: America has a gun violence problem
A look at the level of gun violence in the U.S. thro...
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