Robots are now analyzing a device the gunman had strapped to his body to determine if it was a real explosive device or a fake made to look like a real device, the source said. The gunman put up a protracted gun battle with police and was heavily armed, the source said. intelligence source told CBS news senior investigative producer Pat Milton that Islamic terrorism is being investigated as a possible motive in the shooting due to several indicators including the style of the attack, which had similarities to the attacks in Paris in November 2015 and Brussels in March. has found no evidence that Orlando shooter targeted Pulse because it was a gay club. Donors should be healthy, age 16 or older and weigh at least 100 pounds.Ī U.S. Many ask, why not call church shooting terrorism. He recounted an incident when his son became angry when he saw two men kissing in downtown Miami while. To find a donation center visit or call 1.888.9Donate. Soon after the attack, Mateen’s father indicated that his son had strong anti-gay feelings.
Medical officials say there is an urgent need for donations of O Negative blood, O Positive blood and AB Plasma. Orlando Police Chief John Mina said the suspect was found with a handgun and an AR-15-style assault rifle. Clinton did, however, call the attack an act of terror, adding: We will learn more in the hours and days ahead. Orlando shooter's father says son had "anti-gay leanings," Mark Strassmann reports - CBSN June 12, 2016ĭyer said that in addition to the 50 people who were killed in the attack, 53 were treated for injuries.