Fear Factor

Once the shots rang out, I saw the bodies fall. In this peaceful locale, It made no sense at all. Just good friends and family, That were gathered together. In this house full of love, Was safe from the weather. But, on this fateful event, A gunman trespassed. Wearing a mask of hatred, While hot shells amassed. No one knew his motives, Or why he was there. One thing was for certain, Left the room in despair. Women, children, and men, Became his targets that day. When questioned by police, He had nothing to say. After his final hearing, Was given thirty years. It didn't soften the blow, To those drenched in tears. Something's got to change, It's absolutely true. What can stop the carnage, I don't know...do you?