UPDATED—Liberal MP reflects on terrifying moments on Parliament Hill

John McKay was on the first floor of Centre Block when he heard the pops of gunfire on the floor above.

Liberal MP John McKay choked back emotion Wednesday morning after witnessing first-hand as Parliament’s routine was shattered by a gunman who stormed the Centre Block building before being shot dead by the House of Commons sergeant-at-arms.

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