Gunman opens fire at LGBT affirming church; 2 dead, 5 in critial condition

Church services were disrupted Sunday at a gay-affirming church in Knoxville when a lone gunman opened fire. Seven people have been injured. Two have died. Two were treated and released and five remain in critical or serious condition at UT Medical Center. Police found a multi-page, handwritten letter in the vehicle of the suspect.

The Knoxville News Sentinel reports that Chief Owen said the letter stated his "hatred of the liberal movement," Owen said. "Liberals in general, as well as gays." (more)