The words “Free Palestine” were written on her rifle…
Authorities have released the identity of the deceased shooter at Joel Osteen's megachurch. Genesee Moreno, a 36-year-old transgender woman, reportedly opened fire in-between Sunday services. Two off-duty officers, each with less than five years experience confronted Moreno, subduing her.
As of this article's publication, Moreno's Instagram account remans active. Investigators confirmed through her social media that she had substantial interest in firearms. One post detailed how to properly maintain an AR-15. Her social media activity implied that she was a member of Osteen's Lakewood Church and had donated to the church. She also declared her support for Sen. Bernie Sanders.
Moreno's relationship to the 7-year-old who accompanied her to the church has yet to be confirmed. (RELATED: Shooter Killed After Opening Fire At Joel Osteen's Church)
From Houston's own KHOU:
Moreno had a criminal history dating back to 2005, and previously identified as Jeffery Escalante, according to a Texas Department of Public Safety records search. Prior arrests include failure to stop and give information, assault of a public servant, assault causing bodily injury, forgery, possession of marijuana, theft, evading arrest unlawful carrying weapon.
The motive behind the shooting is unknown.
This is a breaking news story. Please check back for updates.
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