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Panthers' Luongo on Parkland tragedy: 'Enough is enough'

Roberto Luongo held back tears.

Minutes before the start of the Panthers' Thursday night game against the Washington Capitals, Luongo -- Florida's star goalie -- spoke to the fans at the BB&T Center regarding last week's deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in nearby Parkland, Fla.

"I live in Parkland," said Luongo as the Panthers played their first game since the tragedy occurred just minutes from their home arena.

"I've lived in Parkland for the past 12 years. My wife was born and raised in that area. My kids go to school in Parkland. When I'm done playing hockey, I want to spend the rest of my life in Parkland. I love that city.

"Last week was Valentine's Day, and I was in Vancouver. We all know what happened. ... No child should ever have to go through that. It's terrible.

"It's time for us as a community to take action. Enough is enough."

--Field Level Media