
In a shocking turn of events at Joel Osteen’s megachurch in Houston, a woman clad in a trench coat entered the premises wielding a rifle, accompanied by a young child. Amidst the chaos that ensued, two off-duty officers on security duty intervened, resulting in the fatal shooting of the woman and critical injury to the child. The incident, occurring between services at the church, sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the vulnerability of sacred spaces and the need for heightened security measures. Despite the immense tragedy, the swift action of the officers likely averted a larger catastrophe, as acknowledged by Houston Police Chief Troy Finner and Governor Greg Abbott. Osteen, deeply shaken by the events, expressed his solidarity with the victims and their families, emphasizing the importance of prayer and support during such trying times.
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Source: https://www.politico.com/news/2024/02/11/church-shooting-joel-osteen-houston-00140887
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