New Delhi: US President Joe Biden on Thursday remember the victims of the 2012 Sikh Temple shooting at Wisconsin’s Oak Creek.
“Nine years ago today, we witnessed an unspeakable act of hatred as a white supremakic shooting ten people at the Sikh Temple,” Biden tweeted.
“As we remember that we get lost in Oak Creek, we must continue to hate and be serious and ensure that everything is able to practice their faith without fear.” The OAK firefight department also reflects the incident.
“Today, we stop to reflect on this tragic day event and hope that our entire community can function as an example that comes together because someone can promote healing and sustainable growth as a community,” Department Tweeted.
On August 5, 2012, the 40-year-old Wade Supremacist page was fatally shot six people and injured four others.
The Gunman killed himself after he was shot in the hip by a police officer.
Last year, Biden had joined several parliamentarians and the Sikh community to remember the victims of Boundout Oak Creek.
“To truly respect the missing people, it’s up to us all to stand up for a bigotry in our lives, give hatred without a safe port, and reduce weapons violence,” he said on August 6, 2020.
Siam killed, including a woman and five Men.
(With input from agency)