NY restricts crypto mining - NCAA liability trial - Alleged Ukrainian war crime

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1. Summary
   The shooting occurred at a Walmart in Virginia. The assailant, 31, was reportedly a manager at the store. Police confirmed he died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Six died, including the shooter, and six were hospitalized, with one in critical condition.
   
   Police have stated the suspect was armed with a single handgun. Walmart has reported that he had been employed with the company since 2010, and was an overnight shift manager. Police are still trying to discern a motive. The store was busy with shoppers preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday, and will remain closed as police continue investigations.
   
   A witness said the gunman began shooting at employees as they assembled in the meeting room before the start of their shift. The witness said that the shooter targeted other managers. Another witness said the shooter was firing indiscriminately and did not appear to focus on any particular person. That witness stated that the shooter previously had a reputation for bullying coworkers.

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