Suspect in the shooting to death of two American journalists explains motive, shoots himself
The Virginia Police Department has named one Vester L. Flanagan, a former employee of WDBJ, as a person of interest in the shooting to death of two American journalist in Virginia.
WDBJ says Flanagan has shot himself after been confronted by the police. He is in critical condition.
Flanagan who is also known as Bryce Williams said on Twitter that he was aggrieved with his former colleague, Adam Ward, who he claimed got him fired from his job after working with only “one time”.
Bryce Williams’ Twitter handle has since been suspended by Twitter.
He said filmed the entire shooting and posted the clip on Facebook.
Flanagan ( or Williams) said Alison Parker, whom he also shot was hired after he was fired by WDBJ. He also accused Parker of making racial comments against him.
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A decadent country, this America.
Flanagan or Williams or whatever he calls himself he is carried away by the opportunities USA offers its citizens. Filming and airing a crime by the perpetrator is madness.
We will review and take appropriate action.