President Barack Obama has released a statement about the fatal shooting incident at a premiere of “The Dark Knight Rises” in Denver, Colorado yesterday (July 20).At least 12 people are reported to have been killed in the incident, when a gunman entered the cinema in the city of Aurora.“Michelle and I are shocked and saddened by the horrific and tragic shooting in Colorado,” Obama said. “Federal and local law enforcement are still responding, and my administration will do everything that we can to support the people of Aurora in this extraordinarily difficult time.“We are committed to bringing whoever was responsible to justice, ensuring the safety of our people, and caring for those who have been wounded.”He added: “As we do when confronted by moments of darkness and challenge, we must now come together as one American family.“All of us must have the people of Aurora in our thoughts and prayers as they confront the loss of family, friends and neighbours, and we must stand together with them in the challenging hours and days to come.”BBC
