Breaking news this morning. A heavily armed gunman entered a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado early Friday morning throwing tear gas and then began shooting. Already reports are saying at least a dozen are dead and many wounded.
The massacre happened at a showing of the anticipated summer blockbuster "The Dark Knight Rises", the third movie in the recent Batman franchise. Eye witness accounts say the gunman was wearing a gas mask and a what looked like SWAT gear. Chaos broke out in the theater once he opened fire after entering through an emergency exit.
Police arrested the man believed to be the shooter and reports say he did not resist. Police took from him a rifle and a handgun.
It is unclear why the gunman chose this theater or why he began shooting. There will definitely be more to come and we will keep you updated as we get more information. Keep your eye on our website fnno.com for more updates.