Texas Man Who Shot Church Gunman ‘Had to Take Out’ Suspect Because ‘Evil Exists’

In this still frame from livestreamed video provided by law enforcement, churchgoers take cover while a congregant armed with a handgun, top left, engages a man who opened fire, near top center just right of windows, during a service at West Freeway Church of Christ in White Settlement, Texas, on Dec. 29, 2019. West Freeway Church of Christ/Courtesy of Law Enforcement via AP

The church security member who shot an active shooter inside a Texas church during Sunday service was a reserve deputy who had his own shooting range at one point, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said Monday.

The security member was identified as Jack Wilson, who Fox News identified as a Hood County resident running for commissioner for the 3rd Precinct. Wilson shared some details on Facebook and gave thanks to “all who have sent their prayers and comments on the events of today.”