Location of the Shooting
Gabby Giffords was shot on January 8, 2011, in Tucson, Arizona. The attack occurred while she was meeting constituents outside a grocery store in the Casas Adobes neighborhood, north of downtown Tucson.
Circumstances of the Attack
The shooting happened during a public event outside a Safeway supermarket. A gunman opened fire on the crowd, hitting Giffords and others. She sustained a severe gunshot wound to the head.
Aftermath and Recovery
Giffords survived the attack but suffered a traumatic brain injury. She underwent extensive surgery and rehabilitation. Her recovery was widely covered by major news outlets, including detailed reporting on the incident and its aftermath. Learn more about her recovery and career.
