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Clackamas Town Center shooting: Latest developments

Wednesday December 12, 2012

12:39

The Oregonian:

Hi, welcome to the live chat. We'll begin at 1pm with Clackamas Bureau reporter Rick Bella.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:39 The Oregonian

12:40

The Oregonian:

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Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:40 The Oregonian

12:44

The Oregonian:

Once the chat begins I will move comments out as quickly as possible. But there may be a delay, or I may wish to cluster comments on similar subject together. Please be patient.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:44 The Oregonian

12:45

The Oregonian:

My name is Cornelius Swart and I am a member of the online engagement team.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:45 The Oregonian

1:01

The Oregonian:

Hi folks,

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:01 The Oregonian

1:01

The Oregonian:

Thanks for coming.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:01 The Oregonian

1:01

Rick Bella:

Hi. My name is Rick Bella and I work in the The Oregonian's Clackamas County Bureau. I covered the shooting yesterday and am working on follow-up stories. Is there anything you want me to answer?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:01 Rick Bella

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[Comment From West VirginiaWest Virginia: ]

Is there background information on the shooter now being released to the public?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:01 West Virginia

1:02

Rick Bella:

West Virginia: Yes, there has been some background information released.
The shooter is 22 years old and lived nearby.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:02 Rick Bella

1:03

The Oregonian:

Here's one of the recent articles on him. About his plans to move to Hawaii falling through.http://www.oregonlive.com/clackamascounty/index.ssf/2012/12/clackamas_mall_shooters_life_p.html#incart_river_default#incart_maj-story-1

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:03 The Oregonian

1:03

[Comment From GG: ]

Do we know anything on the shooter's family?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:03 G

1:03

Rick Bella:

West Virginia: The shooter's name is Jacob Tyler Roberts. He attended high school in nearby Milwaukie and Oregon City.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:03 Rick Bella

1:03

Rick Bella:

West Virginia: We're still compiling his work history.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:03 Rick Bella

1:04

[Comment From paulpaul: ]

where did the shooter go to school? did he have a job? where did he work? does he have family in this area?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:04 paul

1:04

The Oregonian:

A view from Robert's co-worker- http://www.oregonlive.com/clackamascounty/index.ssf/2012/12/jacob_roberts_co-worker_says_h.html

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:04 The Oregonian

1:04

Rick Bella:

Paul: Yes, Jake Roberts has family in the Portland area. So far, they have declined to speak to us.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:04 Rick Bella

1:04

[Comment From tomtom: ]

Why does the Oregonian call the weapon a rifle when the Government classified it as a assault rifle..I believe there is a difference and it was a assault weapon..

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:04 tom

1:05

The Oregonian:

Robert's neighbor's POV- http://www.oregonlive.com/clackamascounty/index.ssf/2012/12/clackamas_town_center_shooting_17.html

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:05 The Oregonian

1:05

[Comment From pappypappy: ]

it was definitely an assault rifle

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:05 pappy

1:05

Rick Bella:

Tom: The AR-15 was classified as an assault rifle during the Clinton Administration, which banned high-capacity magazines. Those restrictions have since been lifted.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:05 Rick Bella

1:05

[Comment From BrianBrian: ]

First story link ran into previous sentence ... might want to resend...

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:05 Brian

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[Comment From GG: ]

Do we know if the incident at Evergreen High School today was a copycat event or tied to the Clackamas shooting at all?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:06 G

1:06

Rick Bella:

G: Sorry, but police have not yet determined if the Evergreen High School incident was at all related to the Clackamas Town Center shooting. They will be trying to see if there are any links today.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:06 Rick Bella

1:06

The Oregonian:

Thanks, here is the first link again http://www.oregonlive.com/clackamascounty/index.ssf/2012/12/clackamas_mall_shooters_life_p.html#incart_river_default#incart_maj-story-1

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:06 The Oregonian

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[Comment From BrianBrian: ]

Have deputies said anything about where the shooter worked? Heard the "fired from the food court" rumor, but not sure it is true ...

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:07 Brian

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[Comment From BrianBrian: ]

Also: is the Facebook page in the Twitterverse legit?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:07 Brian

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[Comment From West VirginiaWest Virginia: ]

Thanks. I will check the article out.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:07 West Virginia

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[Comment From pappypappy: ]

on his facebook it says he was in a relationship, has there been contact with the girlfriend?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:07 pappy

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[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

Police say the gun Jammed, was that a blessing in disugise seemslike there could have been a lot more victims if the gun didnt stop working

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:07 Jeff

1:07

Rick Bella:

Brian: Deputies said as far as they know, Jake Roberts never worked at Clackamas Town Center. This could be true, but it has not yet been verified.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:07 Rick Bella

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[Comment From tomtom: ]

Do they know where the ammunition came from..and was gun reported stolen ?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:08 tom

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[Comment From pappypappy: ]

here is the link to his facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jake.roberts.102

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:08 pappy

1:08

Rick Bella:

Tom: Yes, police say the gun was stolen from someone Roberts knew. They did not say where the ammunition came from or how much he had.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:08 Rick Bella

1:09

The Oregonian:

We are confirming if that FB page is the right one.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:09 The Oregonian

1:09

[Comment From petepete: ]

Do we know where in the mall the shooter took his own life?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:09 pete

1:09

Rick Bella:

pappy: Yes, that Facebook page is his. There are several pictures on it that show him enjoying himself -- one while target-shooting.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:09 Rick Bella

1:10

The Oregonian:

All our coverage is here http://topics.oregonlive.com/tag/clackamas%20shooting/index.html

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:10 The Oregonian

1:10

Rick Bella:

pete: Police say Roberts made his way from the food court down a concourse, through a back hallway to a stairwell. That's where they found his body.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:10 Rick Bella

1:11

[Comment From tomtom: ]

I don't like the Sheriff going on national news when he has nothing to add to the story like on the Today show..The victims families want the media to leave them alone and the Sheriff is stirring up the national media..Fox news said they were going to have live interview with him but canceled..Why go on Fox News?..I do not see the point..

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:11 tom

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[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

Just want to say officers dont get enough credit. Everyday people scrutinize them but the amazing preparedness by the first responders was outstanding and prevented a lot more deaths

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:11 Jeff

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[Comment From From LFrom L: ]

Any information about who the shooter stole his rifle from?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:11 From L

1:11

The Oregonian:

Tom- the national media was on this very quick to take interest in this incident.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:11 The Oregonian

1:12

Rick Bella:

L: No, sorry. Police have not yet said who he stole the rifle from or what their relationship was.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:12 Rick Bella

1:12

The Oregonian:

For example, our reporters were getting calls from CNN shortly after things started to unfold.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:12 The Oregonian

1:12

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

The First responders did an amazing job Officers do not get enough credit for protecting citizens and I am rateful they are on our side

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:12 Jeff

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[Comment From tomtom: ]

With all the hand gun permits in Clackamas County are there any reports of someone pulling a gun in self defense?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:12 tom

1:13

The Oregonian:

G- you were interested in the Evergreen high school gun issue.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:13 The Oregonian

1:13

Rick Bella:

tom: No, there were no reports of anyone drawing a concealed handgun -- legal or illegal -- during this incident.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:13 Rick Bella

1:13

The Oregonian:

Here is the article. http://www.oregonlive.com/clark-county/index.ssf/2012/12/evergreen_high_school_student.html

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:13 The Oregonian

1:13

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

Is there any update on the girl in critical condition? Is she expected to make it

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:13 Jeff

1:14

[Comment From ThomasThomas: ]

This morning the SJ article included an audio tape with the dispatch call and about 24 minutes of deputies positioning themselves until they found the gunman. Their professionalism was outstanding and it was evident they had practiced for just an incident.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:14 Thomas

1:14

Rick Bella:

Jeff: Yes, the girl is now considered to be in serious, but stable condition.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:14 Rick Bella

1:14

The Oregonian:

She is still serious as far as we know.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:14 The Oregonian

1:14

Rick Bella:

Jeff: She will undergo surgery to remove bullet fragments and her prognosis is good.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:14 Rick Bella

1:14

The Oregonian:

There will be a news conference at 1:30 pm and we will report on it.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:14 The Oregonian

1:14

The Oregonian:

You can see those updates at OregonLIve

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:14 The Oregonian

1:14

[Comment From BobBob: ]

Are there monitored security cameras at the entrance to the mall that he came in? Are security guards at the mall armed? Could any store employees call mall security when they saw him going through Macy's

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:14 Bob

1:15

[Comment From GladstoneGladstone: ]

Is the owner of the weapon liable for allowing such a machine to be stolen? Are there requirements to prevent such a weapon from falling into other hands?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:15 Gladstone

1:15

Rick Bella:

Bob: There are lots of security cameras at mall entrances and concourses, as well as in the stores. Police are analyzing the videos now.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:15 Rick Bella

1:16

[Comment From tomtom: ]

Has OHSU been getting flowers and gifts for the injured girl..I would think people would like to send her something being the holidays..

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:16 tom

1:16

Rick Bella:

Bob: No, security guards are not armed, but the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office has a substation at the mall and can respond quickly.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:16 Rick Bella

1:17

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

Is there a donation being taken up for the victims of the shooting

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:17 Jeff

1:17

The Oregonian:

Tom- we don't know that yet. But we may here at 1:30pm Here are condolences
http://www.oregonlive.com/clackamascounty/index.ssf/2012/12/clackamas_town_center_shooting_6.html

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:17 The Oregonian

1:17

[Comment From NatalieNatalie: ]

Hey there, Will you guys be streaming the 1:30 presser from the hospital?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:17 Natalie

1:17

The Oregonian:

yes, we will have a stream Natalie.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:17 The Oregonian

1:17

Rick Bella:

Jeff: Several efforts are under way to establish funds for the victims. But so far, they have not announced anything official.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:17 Rick Bella

1:18

[Comment From NatalieNatalie: ]

Great! On the site? Could you pass along a link? Thanks so much.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:18 Natalie

1:18

The Oregonian:

Nataline just go to OregonLive's home page and there will be a link.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:18 The Oregonian

1:18

[Comment From pappypappy: ]

has there been any verification on the 4chan posting from the day before the shooting? this has been floating around online: http://imgur.com/a/elmJT

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:18 pappy

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[Comment From tomtom: ]

thanks for link..I would like to send a little something if possible..

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:19 tom

1:19

[Comment From BobBob: ]

Why is there questions on how many shots were fired? Couldn't the police just count spent shell casings?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:19 Bob

1:19

[Comment From BrianBrian: ]

...and for those of us who don't know, what is 4chan?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:19 Brian

1:19

Rick Bella:

pappy: So far, nobody has been able to verify that Roberts "advertised" his intentions. But police are looking into it.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:19 Rick Bella

1:19

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

Rick, The response by first responders was amazing there within a minute and they knew exactly what needed to be done. Because of the recent shootings like in Colorado have the police been focusing on traingin for these situations

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:19 Jeff

1:20

Rick Bella:

Bob: You're right -- they can count shell casings. But they haven't released it yet.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:20 Rick Bella

1:21

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

Why werent there more victims, its sad to say but it seems like there should have been more with the amount of ambulances on scene

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:21 Jeff

1:21

Rick Bella:

Jeff: Police say the gun did jam, though Roberts was able to clear it again. Police say that probably was a stroke of luck that prevented additional killings.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:21 Rick Bella

1:22

[Comment From Happy ValleyHappy Valley: ]

@Gladstone I really don't think that the owner of the stolen gun could be held Liable. No one "allows there property to be stolen.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:22 Happy Valley

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[Comment From tomtom: ]

If he was going to Hawaii and missed his flight is anyone looking into who he was visiting or why going?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:22 tom

1:23

Rick Bella:

Jeff: Eyewitness accounts (ear-witness?) aren't always accurate. There are echoes and people's memories often are distorted during stressful situations.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:23 Rick Bella

1:23

[Comment From BobBob: ]

I know there are video camersa all over the place but my question is are there entrance video cameras monitored by anyone? He entered the mall with rifle. Had there been someone watching a video feed of that door maybe they could have alerted police earlier.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:23 Bob

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Rick Bella:

Bob: I don't know whether the entrance cameras are actively monitored. I will try to find out.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:24 Rick Bella

1:24

The Oregonian:

Tom- we have around 20 reporters working on this story, not including visual folks. We will look into it.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:24 The Oregonian

1:24

[Comment From tomtom: ]

We have cut back on mental health services and will we hopefully now re-look at that do you think?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:24 tom

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[Comment From pappypappy: ]

4chan is an internet forum, where people can publish pretty much anything anonymously, usually known for starting internet "memes". here is the wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/4chan

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:24 pappy

1:24

[Comment From Happy ValleyHappy Valley: ]

Witnesses thought he was in "paintball gear"

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:24 Happy Valley

1:25

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

does he have a history of violence or a criminal record, and where exactly did the shooting start in Macys or in the food court

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:25 Jeff

1:25

The Oregonian:

He apparently does not, Jeff

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:25 The Oregonian

1:25

Rick Bella:

Tom: Personally, I think society has taken its eye off the ball. We definitely need more mental health services and police should not be the ones to answer most mental-health disturbance calls...

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:25 Rick Bella

1:25

[Comment From BobBob: ]

How much ammo did he have with him?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:25 Bob

1:26

Rick Bella:

Bob: Police have not yet said how much ammo he had. They said he had several loaded magazines, but didn't say how much each magazine held.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:26 Rick Bella

1:26

The Oregonian:

Do we know how much experience he had on this weapon, is that correct Rick?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:26 The Oregonian

1:26

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

WOW no criminal record talk about escalation what exactly were his plans that fell threw? did he do all this because he missed a damn flight

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:26 Jeff

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[Comment From pappypappy: ]

@tom we need to look more closely at gun control, especially with automatic weapons. an AR 15 is a combat weapon intended only for killing human beings. also this year has to have had the most public shootings ever, something needs to be done.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:27 pappy

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[Comment From tomtom: ]

It sounded as tho the Sheriff hinted he was on a police report for being a victim of a crime..Is that possible?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:27 tom

1:27

Rick Bella:

We don't know how much experience Roberts had on an AR-15. It seems as if he didn't know how to operate it well. That certainly could be one of the reasons there weren't more victims -- thank God.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:27 Rick Bella

1:27

[Comment From DrewDrew: ]

I don't consider it to be much of a stretch to say the PacNW is one of the least religious areas of our nation; but from the outside looking in, it looks to be drastic that there has been such little talk of "prayers for the victims" or any religious themed condolences when I recall other recent national tragedies (Aurora, 9/11, etc).

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:27 Drew

1:28

The Oregonian:

He took a direct shot at this girl and missed, according to her account.
http://www.oregonlive.com/clackamascounty/index.ssf/2012/12/clackamas_town_center_shooting_5.html

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:28 The Oregonian

1:28

The Oregonian:

What can you tell us about the victims?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:28 The Oregonian

1:29

[Comment From DrewDrew: ]

I guess i didnt pose a question there before it sent, i apologize.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:29 Drew

1:29

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

Is there a memorial service planned for the victims

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:29 Jeff

1:30

[Comment From AnonAnon: ]

@Pappy - Automatic weapons are already highly controlled. The AR15 is not an automatic weapon.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:30 Anon

1:30

Rick Bella:

Steve Forsyth was a former radio executive who most recently ran a custom coaster-making business at Clackamas Town Center.

Cindy Ann Yuille was a hospice nurse for Kaiser Permanente.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:30 Rick Bella

1:31

[Comment From BobBob: ]

What lead to his eviction? Lost job could not pay rent? Or?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:31 Bob

1:31

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

did the shooter leave a note as to why he would do something like this

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:31 Jeff

1:31

Rick Bella:

Bob: We don't yet know the details of his eviction, but we are digging into it.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:31 Rick Bella

1:31

[Comment From UnknownUnknown: ]

I knew Jake..

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:31 Unknown

1:31

[Comment From NatalieNatalie: ]

Hey, no link yet for the presser at the hospital.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:31 Natalie

1:32

[Comment From tomtom: ]

Are security guards allowed to carry guns and will mall review its policy?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:32 tom

1:32

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

is a service planned for either victim

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:32 Jeff

1:32

[Comment From tomtom: ]

Hospice nurses are Angels...Peace to her and him...

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:32 tom

1:32

Rick Bella:

Jeff: Police have not yet said whether he left a note. But I'm guessing he didn't because they likely would have mentioned it already.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:32 Rick Bella

1:32

[Comment From pappypappy: ]

@ unknown tell us about him

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:32 pappy

1:32

The Oregonian:

To answer an earlier question: We will not be live streaming the 1:30 presser, though we certainly will be providing full coverage. You can go here for a live stream: http://www.katu.com/news/live

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:32 The Oregonian

1:33

Rick Bella:

Jeff: Services for the victims have not yet been announced.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:33 Rick Bella

1:33

[Comment From BobBob: ]

Did he steal the ballistic carry vest he was wearing too?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:33 Bob

1:33

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

As long as they are properly trained and certified security officers can carry guns they just demand a higer pay for armed security gaurds

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:33 Jeff

1:33

[Comment From KjerstinKjerstin: ]

There's a prayer service tonight in Oregon City: http://www.oregonlive.com/clackamascounty/index.ssf/2012/12/clackamas_town_center_shooting_18.html

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:33 Kjerstin

1:33

Rick Bella:

Bob: Police didn't say whether the vest was stolen.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:33 Rick Bella

1:33

[Comment From UnknownUnknown: ]

he told everyone he was moving away

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:33 Unknown

1:34

The Oregonian:

Can you describe the neighborhood the shooter lived in for those not familiar with the area?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:34 The Oregonian

1:34

[Comment From UnknownUnknown: ]

he put in his notice at work and was supposed to be leaving last weekend

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:34 Unknown

1:35

Rick Bella:

Clackamas Town Center sits in a densely developed unincorporated area south of Portland and west of Happy Valley. That's why its local police services are provided by the sheriff's office.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:35 Rick Bella

1:35

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

@Kjerstin........Thank you

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:35 Jeff

1:35

[Comment From MarkMark: ]

I found this. It's a link to the suspect's Facebook page, which could offer more insight on Roberts. His cover photo speaks to what he might have been going through in recent months: https://www.facebook.com/jake.roberts.102

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:35 Mark

1:36

Rick Bella:

The area around Clackamas Town Center includes several low-rent apartment complexes. Some of the complexes are considered high-crime areas by police.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:36 Rick Bella

1:36

The Oregonian:

He was into the film Requiem for a Dream and the TV show Dexter and Breaking Bad.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:36 The Oregonian

1:36

The Oregonian:

Ok folks, Rick just has a few more minutes.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:36 The Oregonian

1:37

The Oregonian:

Please get any other questions you have into the queue.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:37 The Oregonian

1:37

Rick Bella:

The mall is off Oregon 213, which is old Southeast 82nd Avenue, lined on both sides by businesses. It's not much of a walking area.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:37 Rick Bella

1:37

[Comment From tomtom: ]

Thxs for live chat ...

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:37 tom

1:38

[Comment From BobBob: ]

Was he running from police when he went into the stairwell where he shot himself?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:38 Bob

1:38

[Comment From JeffJeff: ]

It seems liek the store employees were excellent in helping shoppers and locking down stores, were they trained for things like this and did their actions help police catch the suspect and prevent more deaths

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:38 Jeff

1:38

Rick Bella:

Bob: At that point, police weren't yet on the scene. Police later followed witnesses' directions toward the stairwell and found him.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:38 Rick Bella

1:40

The Oregonian:

You can also follow updates from today's OHSU press conference on our Twitter account @oregonian and the hashtag #clackamasshooting

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:40 The Oregonian

1:40

The Oregonian:

Jeff, the staff at the mall were well prepared.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:40 The Oregonian

1:40

Rick Bella:

The sheriff's office has held training scenarios in the mall for incidents exactly like this one. Meanwhile, the mall and the stores have their own emergency plans that kick in during a high-risk event. I think they worked pretty well, all things considered.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:40 Rick Bella

1:41

The Oregonian:

Thanks, everyone.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:41 The Oregonian

1:41

Rick Bella:

Thanks for coming to our Live Chat. You can email me at rbella@oregonian.com

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:41 Rick Bella

1:41

The Oregonian:

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