Two killed, several wounded in violence, hospital, aftermath

What do you think the speaker is trying to convey with the word 'So'?

In what context do you think the word 'So' is used in the text?

How does the use of 'So' affect the tone of the conversation?

What might be the implications of starting a statement with 'So'?

Can you provide an example of how 'So' can be used in a different context?