Crowds gathered under a slivered moon Monday night to mourn the six victims of last week’s mass shooting at a Chesapeake Walmart. Local leaders, as well as Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, spoke to the community about Tuesday night’s violence.
Rabbi David Weiss of Kingdom Impact Messianic Congregation told attendees, “I just encourage you to be patient. Don't let anyone tell you it's time to get over it. Take all the time you need to grieve and to heal – and know that your loved one, more than anything, wants your life to count for something.”
“I pledge that our administration will work across party lines,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin, who spoke at the vigil. “We will work together to chart a path forward for better mental and behavioral health so that we can serve all Virginians, and so that we can love one another.”