Post by: JPhelps on February 02, 2013, 07:47:30 PM
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Post by: boneaddict on February 02, 2013, 07:49:37 PM
Post by: JPhelps on February 02, 2013, 07:50:23 PM
Post by: Bean Counter on February 02, 2013, 07:51:38 PM
Damn
Post by: boneaddict on February 02, 2013, 07:52:46 PM
Post by: huntnphool on February 02, 2013, 07:53:11 PM
GLEN ROSE, Texas -- A former U.S. Navy SEAL who gained recognition during the Iraq War was one of two people fatally shot southwest of Fort Worth on Saturday, KHOU 11 News has learned.
Sources close to the investigation tell KHOU that one of the victims was Chris Kyle, a former Navy SEAL and author of the New York Times bestselling book, "American Sniper."
Kyle was shot point-blank while helping another soldier who is recovering from post traumatic stress syndrome.
A warning was issued for the suspect, who was believed to be driving a black Ford F-350 truck with large tires and rims.
Police have reportedly captured the suspect in Lancaster, south of Dallas. The suspect was believed to be highly trained with military experience
The shooting location is 53 miles southwest of Fort Worth.
"American Sniper" was published last year, and details Kyle's 150-plus kills of insurgents from 1999 to 2009. The book's cover refers to Kyle as "the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history."
Post by: Fishaholic on February 02, 2013, 07:55:39 PM
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Post by: JPhelps on February 02, 2013, 07:59:41 PM
A man that put it all on the line and survived all his tours is killed when he most likely didnt expect it.
That shooter is a coward!!! I think Texas still believes in the death penalty, right?
Post by: boneaddict on February 02, 2013, 08:02:33 PM
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Post by: Russ McDonald on February 02, 2013, 08:45:29 PM
Post by: Hi-Liter on February 02, 2013, 09:00:35 PM
There is one good thing about Texas, they will seek the death penalty but that has no real justice for what this man has done for his country. Man this is a horrible waste......
Post by: Wanttohuntmore on February 02, 2013, 09:13:32 PM
Post by: JODakota on February 02, 2013, 09:45:58 PM
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Post by: seth30 on February 03, 2013, 03:02:12 AM
Post by: dawhunt on February 03, 2013, 04:28:12 AM
They should have saved the taxpayers money and just shot the SOB while resisting arrest. :hunter:
Post by: Alpinegus on February 03, 2013, 06:54:20 AM
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Man that stinks ... thats why you take everyday like it is your last ...never know what is waiting around the corner ...very sad !
... thats why you take everyday like it is your last ...
:yeah:
RIP Chris
Post by: losdaddy7 on February 03, 2013, 07:12:26 AM
Chris Kyle, 38, who declared himself the "most lethal sniper in U.S. history," was killed along with 35-year-old Chad Littlefield on Saturday afternoon in Glen Rose, Texas, southwest of Fort Worth, the Texas Department of Public Safety said.
Police arrested suspect Eddie Ray Routh, 25, after a brief pursuit. He is facing two counts of capital murder, the department said.
Kyle, an outspoken advocate for war veterans, claimed more than 150 sniper killings in Iraq, which he described as a record for any American. He said insurgents placed a bounty on his head and nicknamed him "the devil."
SEAL: Insurgents knew how to identify me
Ex-Navy sniper killed at Texas gun range He appeared last year on the NBC reality show "Stars Earn Stripes," in which competitors took on missions based on military exercises.
"He was a man of incredible character, he led by example," Jason Kos, a friend of Kyle's, told CNN. "He always stopped to take time to talk to whoever was around him. Just incredibly humble, very funny as well."
Kyle helped establish the nonprofit Fitco Cares Foundation to enable veterans battling post-traumatic stress syndrome get access to exercise equipment.
In a statement, the foundation described Kyle as an "American hero" and pledged to carry on his mission.
Kyle served four combat tours in Iraq and received two Silver Stars, among other commendations.
He left the Navy in 2009.
During an interview with Time magazine last year, Kyle defended his decision to write a book despite the secretive nature of the SEAL world.
"It's kind of frowned on," he told the magazine. "But I'm not trying to glorify myself. I didn't want to put the number of kills I had in there. I wanted to get it out about the sacrifices military families have to make."
He said that while killing did not come easy at first, he knew it meant saving lives.
"The first time, you're not even sure you can do it," he said in the interview. "But I'm not over there looking at these people as people. I'm not wondering if he has a family. I'm just trying to keep my guys safe. Every time I kill someone, he can't plant an (improvised explosive device). You don't think twice about it."
Before becoming a sniper, Kyle was a Texas rodeo cowboy. He started shooting as a child during hunting trips with his father.
After leaving the military, he founded Craft International, a military training company.
His bio on the company website says that in addition to working with the SEALs, he served with units in the Army and Marines.
His combat experience includes close-quarters battle, desert patrols and training foreign allies, it says.
Post by: Arnbo on February 03, 2013, 07:21:15 AM
True American Hero..........
Rest In Peace,,,,,
Post by: Russ McDonald on February 03, 2013, 07:39:33 AM
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Post by: TVHunts on February 03, 2013, 08:04:12 AM
A true American Hero
RIP CPO Chris Kyle, you will never be forgotten...
Post by: X-Force on February 03, 2013, 08:12:55 AM
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Post by: JPhelps on February 03, 2013, 09:23:45 AM
This kind of stuff makes we want to puke!!!
Post by: 3nails on February 03, 2013, 09:31:25 AM
(The article JPhelps posted, that is) Righteous anger! >:( :chuckle:
Post by: whack em on February 03, 2013, 09:31:59 AM
Post by: dr.derek on February 03, 2013, 09:37:26 AM
Post by: Elkaholic daWg on February 03, 2013, 09:43:23 AM
from the Palins
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and many friends of former Navy SEAL Chris Kyle tonight. Todd and I first met Chris in Pella, Iowa, when he helped out with security for the premiere of the film “The Undefeated.” And later we became friends with Chris when he was on “Stars Earn Stripes” with Todd. Chris was a wonderful man, a good friend, and a true American hero who loved our country and served honorably. He was loved and admired by so many, and he will never be forgotten.
- Todd and Sarah Palin
Post by: Russ McDonald on February 03, 2013, 02:04:35 PM
Post by: Alchase on February 04, 2013, 07:52:35 AM
A former Navy SEAL, author of the best-selling autobiography "American Sniper," was one of two people killed Saturday at a gun range, authorities said.
Chris Kyle, 38, who declared himself the "most lethal sniper in U.S. history," was killed along with 35-year-old Chad Littlefield on Saturday afternoon in Glen Rose, Texas, southwest of Fort Worth, the Texas Department of Public Safety said.
Police arrested suspect Eddie Ray Routh, 25, after a brief pursuit. He is facing two counts of capital murder, the department said.
Kyle, an outspoken advocate for war veterans, claimed more than 150 sniper killings in Iraq, which he described as a record for any American. He said insurgents placed a bounty on his head and nicknamed him "the devil."
SEAL: Insurgents knew how to identify me
Ex-Navy sniper killed at Texas gun range He appeared last year on the NBC reality show "Stars Earn Stripes," in which competitors took on missions based on military exercises.
"He was a man of incredible character, he led by example," Jason Kos, a friend of Kyle's, told CNN. "He always stopped to take time to talk to whoever was around him. Just incredibly humble, very funny as well."
Kyle helped establish the nonprofit Fitco Cares Foundation to enable veterans battling post-traumatic stress syndrome get access to exercise equipment.
In a statement, the foundation described Kyle as an "American hero" and pledged to carry on his mission.
Kyle served four combat tours in Iraq and received two Silver Stars, among other commendations.
He left the Navy in 2009.
During an interview with Time magazine last year, Kyle defended his decision to write a book despite the secretive nature of the SEAL world.
"It's kind of frowned on," he told the magazine. "But I'm not trying to glorify myself. I didn't want to put the number of kills I had in there. I wanted to get it out about the sacrifices military families have to make."
He said that while killing did not come easy at first, he knew it meant saving lives.
"The first time, you're not even sure you can do it," he said in the interview. "But I'm not over there looking at these people as people. I'm not wondering if he has a family. I'm just trying to keep my guys safe. Every time I kill someone, he can't plant an (improvised explosive device). You don't think twice about it."
Before becoming a sniper, Kyle was a Texas rodeo cowboy. He started shooting as a child during hunting trips with his father.
After leaving the military, he founded Craft International, a military training company.
His bio on the company website says that in addition to working with the SEALs, he served with units in the Army and Marines.
His combat experience includes close-quarters battle, desert patrols and training foreign allies, it says.
This article is wrong and does Chris a disservice.
All his kills were witnessed and recorded as per requirement. There is no "Self Proclaimed" He was the most efficient Sniper in US military history.
Thank you for your service Chris, you were one of a kind.
Post by: Machias on February 04, 2013, 07:54:37 AM
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Post by: JLS on February 04, 2013, 01:04:33 PM
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-57567447-504083/chris-kyle-death-eddie-ray-routh-iraq-war-veteran-arraigned-in-murders-of-former-navy-seal-and-a-friend/ (http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-57567447-504083/chris-kyle-death-eddie-ray-routh-iraq-war-veteran-arraigned-in-murders-of-former-navy-seal-and-a-friend/)
Post by: firedog on February 04, 2013, 08:52:50 PM
His book is great, from the book and the interviews I have seen with him he seems like a very humble guy. His book and Lone Survivor ar the best two books I have read. Marcus Luttrel talks about Chris quite a bit in his book Service (I am about half way through it, another good read) Chris saved a lot of our service men over there.
R.I.P Chris Kyle
Post by: longrangekiller on February 04, 2013, 09:24:34 PM
One thingni don't understand is on a range how dose a guy walk up and shoot a highly trained seal sniper?
Sorry to bring that up but I must not of heard the full story I'm sure if he seen it coming it would have turned out all diffrent
Post by: krism83 on February 04, 2013, 11:54:04 PM
RIP CPO Kyle
Post by: jaymark6655 on February 05, 2013, 04:38:52 AM
Rip he was a true american heroLike a coward, in the back while he is laying on the ground helping out the other guy.
One thingni don't understand is on a range how dose a guy walk up and shoot a highly trained seal sniper?
Sorry to bring that up but I must not of heard the full story I'm sure if he seen it coming it would have turned out all diffrent
RIP KYLE
Post by: pens fan on February 05, 2013, 05:22:53 AM
I read and thoroughly enjoyed his book. When i heard the news, i felt like i was kicked in the stomach
Post by: Arnbo on February 05, 2013, 06:34:18 AM
Post by: longrangekiller on February 05, 2013, 08:00:22 AM
Rip he was a true american heroLike a coward, in the back while he is laying on the ground helping out the other guy.
One thingni don't understand is on a range how dose a guy walk up and shoot a highly trained seal sniper?
Sorry to bring that up but I must not of heard the full story I'm sure if he seen it coming it would have turned out all diffrent
Wow that's really sad he has an amazing book and his family is in my prayers
RIP KYLE
Post by: Russ McDonald on February 27, 2013, 12:10:04 PM
Post by: jackelope on February 25, 2015, 06:07:08 AM
:tup:
Marcus Luttrell responded via social media.
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In a post distributed on Facebook and Twitter, Luttrell said justice was served in the case and warned Routh, 27, to “Wait till the boys in TDC Find out you killed a TX hero.” It’s an apparent reference to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, which handles prisoners.
Post by: 3nails on February 25, 2015, 11:24:14 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on February 25, 2015, 07:08:49 PM
The dude may find life in gen. pop. difficult. Just sayin.....Good, I hope the POS hates everyday for the rest of his worthless, miserable life. I have mixed emotions on his verdict, I really wanted him to die but spending the rest of his life in prison with NO chance of parole sounds pretty good. I'm just really glad the trial got over quickly and not drug on for years. Hopefully his wife and family can rest knowing the most evil person in their life is done! RIP Chris.
Post by: Bean Counter on February 25, 2015, 09:15:00 PM
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