In Crete, Nebraska, a 74-year-old white man named Billy Booth shot and wounded seven Guatemalan immigrant neighbors before taking his own life. The victims, including four children, are expected to survive. Booth, described as reclusive and confrontational, had a history of conflict with his neighbors and had previously made racist remarks towards them.
The diverse community of Crete, with a significant Hispanic population, was shocked by the shootings. Police are investigating the incident and are not ruling out racist motives. Booth had also clashed with white neighbors in the past, displaying a general disdain for others. Neighbors recalled that Booth seemed to harbor hatred towards everyone he encountered.
The tragic incident has raised concerns about racial tensions and discrimination in the community. The police chief mentioned that Booth’s comments telling the family to “go back to where they came from” and “speak English” suggested a racial undertone to the shootings. The community is grappling with how to address such instances of hate and violence.
The investigation into the motive behind the shootings is ongoing, and authorities are looking into Booth’s past interactions with his neighbors. The community is coming together to support the victims and their families during this difficult time.
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