THE victims of a mass shooting at a Denny’s have been identified, as witnesses who fled the scene to save themselves share new details.
The horrific event claimed the lives of four people who were at the restaurant in Juarez, Mexico which is just 10 miles away from El Paso, Texas.
“It was terrible, we heard about 10 shots, and then we all threw ourselves on the floor,” witness Mario N told El Diario de Chihuahua; he also said that several people sought shelter in the bathroom as well.
One victim, Fabiola Luna, a well-known hair stylist, was identified by family and friends. El Diario de Juarez reported that she was at the restaurant celebrating her 30th birthday.
Just before the tragic event, Luna’s loved ones expressed their admiration for her on social media through sweet birthday messages.
“Happy birthday to one of my great loves, little sister, what can I say that you do not know, you have completely earned my admiration and respect, you are such a strong woman …,” one commenter said.
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Luna and three others were killed at the scene when two gunmen came into the restaurant and started shooting.
After the shooting, more people shared their feelings about her passing on social media.
“I can’t believe it Faby, just yesterday I saw you, I talked to you about the beautiful work you do with the extensions, rest in peace Fabiola Luna, a great loss and precisely you told me that today you would celebrate your birthday!! Rest in peace a talented and full of life woman,” one user said.
El Diario de Chihuahua reported that the other victims were Alan Enrique MV, Manuel Alejandro GR, and Judith RL.
The gunfire started immediately after employees sang “Happy Birthday” to Luna. Multiple people were also in the Denny’s enjoying breakfast.
The alleged shooters focused on one table and shot at them from close range.
The New York Post reported that the shooters allegedly got out of a three-vehicle convoy before entering the restaurant.
Police have identified the vehicles but are still looking for the owners.
Photos from the scene show diners hiding under tables as the gunfire starts.
One person, Edgar AA, who was injured was a Denny’s employee
After targeting one table, the alleged shooters left the restaurant.
No arrests have been made as police still investigate the situation.
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Family members of the victims were seen crying and overwhelmed with emotion from the tragic situation.
The restaurant also sustained damage.
