As America continues to mourn after Friday's tragic shooting in Aurora, Colorado, country stars expressed their shock and sadness at the news of 12 killed and dozens hurt.    The suspected shooter, 24 year old James Holmes was arrested behind the movie theater showing "The Dark Knight Rises" and will be in court today.   Moviegoers say he released canisters of tear gas before opening fire.  Among those killed, 27 year old Matthew McQuinn, a native from Springfield, who died after shielding his girlfriend, Samantha Yowler, from the gunfire, said Rob Scott, an attorney speaking for the two families.    McQuinn, had moved to Denver in September with Samantha, also 27, of St. Paris, and both worked at a Target store, Scott said in a telephone interview.   They were at the theater with Samantha’s brother, Nick, who had moved to Colorado from Ohio eight years ago, Scott said.     

 @BradPaisley   There are no words to describe how terrible the Colorado theater shooting is. I'm so sad. Praying for these families.   @martinamcbride   So sad for all the families, friends, and victims in CO.     @reba  My heart and prayers go out to the folks in Aurora, CO. I'm so sorry this has happened. I don't understand it.   @billyraycyrus   Oh no ! Just woke up and turned on the news "14 dead 50 hurt in Batman movie shooting". Praying for victims. So sorry and sad.  @meghanlinsey    Just read about the #theatershooting in Colorado. Who could do such a thing? And why??? Praying for the victims and their families. so sad.    @RandyHouser    Sickened by what has occurred in Aurora CO. Let's do our best not to let the culprit have an ounce of fame for this gross act on humanity.   @jeweljk   Aurora. How terribly sad for the victims. And my heart breaks 4 all the mothers & fathers- even the gunmans parents. Can u imagine?! So sad  @chelywright    I am so sad/angry/confused to see Colorado, one my favorite states have to endure such pain over and over and over. What do we do?   @CharlieDaniels  Get ready for the gun control bunch to start howling. If they have their way only thugs and murderers will have guns,laws dont effect them    @juliannehough  My love & prayers are with all the families that have been affected by the horrible, unspeakable torment from last nights shooting! #BeKind