Hours after a mass shooting in Dayton's Oregon District neighborhood, Ohio politicians began expressing condolences for families of the victims and some Democrats called for change.

The early morning shooting Sunday left 10 dead, including the shooter, and dozens more injured.

Gov. Mike DeWine said he was heartbroken by the news.

"We join those across Ohio and this country in offering our prayers to victims and their families," DeWine said in a statement. "I have spoken with Mayor Nan Whaley and offered any assistance on behalf of the state. I have been briefed by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol has offered assistance to local law enforcement as they investigate this heinous act. I commend Dayton Police and other first responders for their bravery and quick response to save lives and bring an end to this tragedy."

U.S. Rep. Michael Turner, R-Dayton, said his daughter and a family friend were at a bar across the street from the shooting.

"Both reported of the visible Dayton Police presence before the shooting and the bravery they witnessed as officers ran toward the gun shots," Turner said in a tweet. "As they ran home, I followed their progress and prayed for them and our community. Thank you to Dayton Police for their bravery in stopping this evil."

A few Ohio Democrats also called for policy changes to curb gun violence. The GOP-controlled Ohio General Assembly has ignored bills, including some jointly sponsored by Republicans, to restrict firearm purchases or remove guns from individuals considered dangerous to themselves or others.

U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Cleveland, said "thoughts and prayers" are not enough to prevent gun violence.

"We are still learning about the attack in Dayton and we don’t know exactly what, if anything, could have prevented this specific tragedy," Brown said in a statement. "But we know thoughts and prayers are not enough, we have a responsibility to act."

Senate Minority Leader Kenny Yuko, D-Richmond Heights, said he was praying for the victims and their families but "it's time for more than prayer."

"We, as lawmakers, must act to save more lives from being lost to gun violence," Yuko said in a statement.

One Statehouse Republican joined her Democratic colleagues in calling for solutions. Sen. Peggy Lehner, R-Kettering, said

"I pray that my colleagues in the Ohio legislature will join me in passing long overdue common sense gun legislation as soon as possible. Let’s make America safe again.

Here's what Ohio policymakers have said about the shooting:

Lt. Gov. Jon Husted:

Sen. Rob Portman, R-Terrace Park: "While we are still learning more about the details of this tragedy in Montgomery County, we are praying for the victims and their families, and thank the officers who responded so quickly and bravely."

Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Cleveland: "As Ohio wakes up this morning to the news of this horrific attack, Connie and I are filled with sadness for the victims and their families and gratitude for the police officers who responded to the scene and the medical professionals caring for the injured. We are also angry – angry that shooting after shooting politicians in Washington and Columbus refuse to pass sensible gun-safety laws to protect our communities. We are still learning about the attack in Dayton and we don’t know exactly what, if anything, could have prevented this specific tragedy. But we know thoughts and prayers are not enough, we have a responsibility to act."

Senate President Larry Obhof, R-Medina: "We are grateful for the heroic response of Dayton Police officers and other first responders. Our deepest sympathy goes to the families of those killed and wounded in this cowardly attack. We support the Governor making state resources available as law enforcement begins looking for answers into this heinous crime."

House Speaker Larry Householder, R-Glenford: “Our hearts are heavy this Sunday morning as our family joins all Ohioans to mourn the loss of innocent lives from the senseless tragedy in Dayton. The innocent victims and their families are in our prayers. We commend first responders whose bravery and faithful courage saved lives.”

House Minority Leader Emilia Sykes, D-Akron: "Ohioans woke this morning to learn of a most terrible tragedy within our borders – one that has rocked many other states, communities and families before us. But no amount of regularity will ever make receiving such devastating news easy. In the difficult days that are to follow, House Democrats stand ready to assist Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley, the Dayton community and the families whose lives will never be the same to ensure this type of tragedy never again happens in Ohio. So as Ohioans gather for prayer this Sunday morning, let our collective voices and actions be amplified as one- This senseless violence must end. We send our deepest and most sincere condolences to the families, community, and the first responders whose lives will be forever changed by the events that took place this morning."

Senate Minority Leader Kenny Yuko, D-Richmond Heights: "I am absolutely heartbroken for our friends and family in Dayton. The Ohio Senate Democratic Caucus offers our sincerest condolences to all those suffering in the wake of this tragedy. We are so thankful to Dayton first responders who acted swiftly and with incredible bravery to ensure this situation did not escalate further. Our officers are heroes. Senseless gun violence has taken the lives of too many people across our country and now, again, in our state. This tragedy marks the 250th mass shooting in the U.S. this year alone and the second in 24 hours. I am praying for the victims, their families and the Dayton community, but it’s time for more than prayer. We, as lawmakers, must act to save more lives from being lost to gun violence."

Sen. Cecil Thomas, D-North Avondale: "Today I woke up to a second mass shooting in less than 24 hours. This one wasn’t hundreds of miles away. It was just up I-75. I pray to God for healing in the Dayton community and I am eternally thankful for my first responder brothers and sisters who stopped this madness as quick as possible. But I’m angry. For years and years, Columbus has done absolutely nothing to curb gun violence. I have been in the legislature since 2014 and Republican leaders have ignored this epidemic. For five years, my colleagues and I have proposed solutions for what is happening and it has fallen on deaf ears and extreme rhetoric. All of these bills receive exactly one hearing and then that’s it. Demand more from your elected officials. Demand state leaders act on stopping gun violence. Demand that they protect the citizens of Ohio."

Sen. Peggy Lehner, R-Kettering: "I am heartbroken for the families of those killed and wounded in this morning's attack. Thank you to all the Dayton police officers and first responders who bravely and quickly responded to prevent further tragedy. These senseless shootings must stop, and I am committed to working with the Governor, local leaders and our Dayton community as a whole to prevent these attacks on our citizens."

Rep. Niraj Antani, R-Miamisburg:

Former Ohio governor John Kasich:

Attorney General Dave Yost (R): "Today is a day of sorrow and grief. Darlene and I are praying for the victims and their families. I am grateful for the first responders who acted swiftly to de-escalate the situation – they are true heroes. The resources of my office, including BCI and victim services, stand ready to assist the city of Dayton."

Rep. Rick Perales, R-Beavercreek: