See Pope Francis’ message to victims of massacre

Pope Francis has a message for Americans following the shooting in Las Vegas last night.

Reacting to the shooting, which is being regarded as the deadliest in American history, the Pontiff sent a telegram voicing his prayers for victims and their family.

It read, “Pope Francis sends the assurance of his spiritual closeness to all those affected by this senseless tragedy.

“He commends the efforts of those police and emergency services personnel, and offers the promise of his prayers for the injured and for all who have died, entrusting them to the merciful love of almighty God.”

Crux Now reports that it was sent via Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin to Bishop Joseph Pepe of Las Vegas.

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Bishop Joseph Pepe of Los Vegas has also released a statement concerning the tragedy.

He said, “We are also very heartened by the stories of all who helped each other in this time of crisis.

“As the Gospel for today’s Mass reminds us, we are called to be modern-day Good Samaritans. We continue to pray for all in Las Vegas and around the world whose lives are shattered by the events of daily violence.”

Statements, tweets and more condolence messages have been sent from other people including Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, Archbishop of Galveston-Houston and President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.

The terrible incident happened on Sunday evening at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

A gunman killed 59 people and left 527 injured. This is the largest death toll in the United States since the events of September 11, 2001.