(AP) — The man authorities say killed a former co-worker and wounding three others at a rail car factory in Virginia was described by neighbors as a good friend and hard worker who showed no signs of violence.
Police say Getachew Fekede, of Kenya, opened fire at the FreightCar America facility in Roanoke early Tuesday before killing himself.
In a statement posted on its website, Chicago-based FreightCar America said it could not provide specific information about the victims but offered its "deepest condolences."
Jim America, vice president and chief human resources officer of the company, said in an email that its investigation of the matter is in its early stages and the company will release more details when they are available.
Police said at least 50 people were in the building at the time of the shooting, although it's unclear how many were in the paint room with Fekede.
The police chief praised the company for its emergency response protocols that helped many escape.
News releases and SEC filings from August said the company would eliminate 15 percent of its salaried workforce and adjust staffing levels for hourly workers.
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