British lawmaker Jo Cox killed in Birstall, England
A British lawmaker was shot to death last Thursday in a small town she represents, a tragedy that brought to a standstill the fierce campaign over whether Britain should leave the European Union.
Labor Party legislator Jo Cox was attacked just before 1 p.m. in Birstall, northern England, said Acting Chief Constable Dee Collins of the West Yorkshire Police. She was pronounced dead by a doctor less than an hour later.
A 77-year-old man was also injured in the attack.
A 52-year-old man has been arrested, and Collins said police believe that it is a “lone incident” and are not looking for anyone else in connection with the attack.
Police would not speculate on a motive for the shooting. Collins said officers had “recovered some weapons” but did not give more details.
Violence against politicians is rare in Britain, as are gun attacks, and people from all parts of the political spectrum expressed deep shock. (AP)
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