Shocking footage has emerged of a shooting at a Citibank branch in Tampa, Florida, USA, where a 35-year-old man killed an employee and was then shot dead by the bank's security chief. The gunman, identified as Jacob Pearson, forced his way into the bank on Wednesday, crashing his vehicle through the security gate. The attack was reportedly motivated by a court order for a $2,500 debt.
Police said Pearson had earlier called the law firm that was pursuing the debt case and made direct threats.
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We are learning the details behind yesterday's tragic shooting at the Citibank corporate campus in Brandon, Florida, and why the heroic actions of Marine Corps veteran John Fraley saved countless lives.
WHY IT HAPPENED:
The tragedy stemmed from a legal dispute. The gunman, 35-year-old Jacob Pearson of Orlando, had no prior criminal record but became irate over a court summons regarding a $2,500 delinquent credit card bill.
At 9:00 AM, Pearson called Citibank's collection attorney and issued a threat, demanding the court case be canceled while referencing an intention to bring weapons and a bulletproof vest to the location.
WHAT HAPPENED:
Despite law enforcement attempting to locate him after the threat was reported, Pearson drove 90 miles to the Tampa campus. Armed with a rifle, a handgun, and ammunition, he breached the security gates just after noon while thousands of employees were on campus.
Pearson opened fire in the courtyard, fatally wounding LeAnne Selman, a valued 9-year human resources employee. According to Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister, the suspect targeted the campus with the intent to inflict maximum casualties among the employees.
THE HEROIC CONFRONTATION:
As panic swept the campus, Citibank's Vice President of Operations and security team member, John Fraley, utilized his Marine Corps training and moved towards the danger to protect others.
Fraley tracked the armed gunman towards the building's cafeteria. Realizing the suspect's path, Fraley took a tactical position nearby. As Pearson advanced, Fraley confronted him, opening fire and engaging the gunman to prevent further harm.
Fraley successfully neutralized the threat, ending the rampage before any other individuals could be harmed.
Sheriff Chronister praised the veteran, noting that Fraley chose to stand as a shield for his coworkers rather than seeking safety for himself.
Semper Fi, John Fraley. Your courage under fire turned a tragic incident around and saved countless lives. Thank you for your service and your heroism. 🎖️🙏
Please join us in honoring John Fraley, and keeping the family of LeAnne Selman in your deepest thoughts and prayers. 🖤
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Security camera footage shows the moment his vehicle crashed into the gate of the facility, which employs about 3,200 people. The 35-year-old then confronted 41-year-old employee Lynn Selman and opened fire with a shotgun. After the gun jammed, he returned to the vehicle, grabbed a handgun and shot the woman again, who was trying to leave. Selman died from her injuries.
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The attack ended after the bank's security chief shot the perpetrator, leaving him dead.
