BOSTON (WHDH) - Officials across Massachusetts are remembering the victims of the shooting at an Orlando nightclub that left 50 people dead and 53 wounded early Sunday morning.
Governor Charlie Baker released a statement on Twitter, calling the incident a “horrendous act of terror”.
Our hearts break for the innocent victims and their loved ones impacted by last night's horrendous act of terror. [1/3]
— Charlie Baker (@MAGovArchive) June 12, 2016
Our administration remains in constant contact with the Joint Terrorism Task Force, federal partners and law enforcement, [2/3]
— Charlie Baker (@MAGovArchive) June 12, 2016
and while there are no apparent threats to the Commonwealth, we will remain vigilant to ensure the public's safety and security. [3/3]
— Charlie Baker (@MAGovArchive) June 12, 2016
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh also mourned the loss of the victims, and encouraged the community to gather at City Hall Plaza Monday night for a 6:00 p.m. vigil.
Remembering the joy of Pride yesterday. My thoughts are w/ #Orlando. Join me in prayers for the victims & families. We are heartbroken. -MJW
— Mayor Marty Walsh (@marty_walsh) June 12, 2016
#Boston, please join me tomorrow at 6 pm on City Hall Plaza for a vigil for #Orlando victims. -MJW
— Mayor Marty Walsh (@marty_walsh) June 12, 2016
This one is for you, #Orlando. With love and heavy hearts from #Boston. #LoveIsLove pic.twitter.com/1E7M9Vq4oX
— Mayor Marty Walsh (@marty_walsh) June 12, 2016
Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey urged the public to “denounce hate in all its forms”, and thanked the first responders who were at the scene.
After this deplorable attack in #Orlando, let us denounce hate in all its forms and recommit to justice and progress in the face of terror.
— Ed Markey (@SenMarkey) June 12, 2016
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey offered her condolences on Twitter.
Unbelievable news out of #Orlando this morning. We pray for the victims, their families and the entire community.
— AG Maura Healey Archived (@AGHealeyArchive) June 12, 2016
Local law enforcement, including Boston police and MIT police also shared their support for Orlando on social media.
Our prayers are with the Orlando victims and their loved ones. Thoughts also w/our Fla. brothers and sisters who responded. #OrlandoStrong
— Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) June 12, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Orlando. #OrlandoStrong
— Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) June 12, 2016
Our thoughts are with the Orlando and the LGBT communities today. pic.twitter.com/1cbujowaCc
— MIT Police (@MITPolice) June 12, 2016
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