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A recent church shooting in Selma, AL confirms the need for increased security within religious institutions. This past Sunday, James Junior Minter opened fire at Oasis Tabernacle Church hitting his ex-girlfriend, their newborn child, and the church’s pastor. The shooting took place while the congregation gathered for morning worship. The 26-year-old was sitting on the front row next with two of his victims when he fired the shots. Members wrestled the gun away from him before he could target any others, but his actions confirm that churches are in need of a solid security team at every service.
Minter fled the scene but was later arrested and is being held without bond at Dallas County Jail. District Attorney Michael Jackson praised the pastor for interceding and congregants for helping wrestle the gun away. Although unfortunate, this … click HERE to continue reading