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OHIO COALITION AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE Issues Statement On DIMEBAG Shooting

13th December 2004 Source: www.blabbermouth.net

The Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence has released a statement regarding the tragic shooting at a nightclub in Columbus, Ohio, where 25-year-old Nathan Gale walked on stage and shot and killed four people (including DAMAGEPLAN/ex-PANTERA guitarist Darrell Abbott) before being shot and killed by the police.

"We want to offer our sympathies and condolences to the victims and families affected by this tragic shooting," said Toby Hoover, Executive Director of the Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence in the statement. "This tragedy only adds to the daily and horrific toll of gun violence in Ohio and throughout our country. Our thoughts and prayers are with these families.

"Although there are many questions still unanswered as the investigation continues, one thing is clear, that this tragic shooting only emphasizes the desperate need for a comprehensive nationwide, public health approach to prevent and reduce gun violence. Until we accomplish that goal, gun violence will continue."