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crime2 years ago

"Examining the Link Between Lewiston Mass Shooter's Brain and CTE"

Tissue samples from the brain of the Lewiston mass shooter, who killed 18 people in Maine, have been sent for testing for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Robert Card, a US Army reservist and certified firearms instructor, had a history of military experience and had been ordered to undergo a psychiatric evaluation prior to the shooting. CTE is a neurological disorder caused by repeated blows to the head and can only be diagnosed after death. Results from the tests are expected in six to eight months.

crime2 years ago

Maine's Congressional Delegation Demands Army Investigation into Lewiston Shooting

Maine's congressional delegation, consisting of Republican Sen. Susan Collins, independent Sen. Angus King, and Democratic Reps. Chellie Pingree and Jared Golden, is calling for an Army investigation into the events leading up to the October mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, which left 18 people dead. The delegation has requested a separate, independent, concurrent investigation to understand what happened and identify any breakdowns or system failures that enabled the shooter, Robert Card, to commit the shootings. The families of the victims have also called for answers and appreciate the lawmakers' swift action.

crime2 years ago

Lewiston Shooting Commission Seeks Subpoena Power for Daunting Investigation

The commission investigating the mass shootings in Lewiston, Maine, held its first meeting and requested subpoena power to access necessary documents and testimony. The commission aims to complete its work within six months and plans to operate with maximum transparency. The findings could potentially lead to legislative efforts, although it remains uncertain if they will be addressed in the upcoming session. The commission appointed staff members, including an executive director and investigators, and funding will come from legal settlements collected by the attorney general's office.

sports2 years ago

Lewiston Boys' Soccer Team Triumphs in State Championship Amidst Adversity

The boys' high school soccer team in Lewiston, Maine, won the state title just weeks after a mass shooting in the city that claimed 18 lives. The Lewiston Blue Devils defeated Deering 3-2 in the Class A boys' soccer state championship game. The team dedicated their victory to the city and aimed to bring some positivity after the tragedy. Tegra Mbele scored the winning goal in overtime, triggering a jubilant celebration among players and spectators.

crime2 years ago

Survivors recount heroism in Lewiston mass shooting

Survivors of the Lewiston mass shooting in Maine are sharing their stories of heroism and survival. Witness Kelly Sylvia credits a stranger, Andrew Chessie, for saving her life by pulling her under a cornhole board during the shooting. The quick thinking and the lights going out may have been what saved their lives. The survivors have formed strong bonds and express gratitude for each other's heroism.

crime2 years ago

Maine Mass Shooter's Elusive Presence Haunts 2-Day Manhunt

The medical examiner's report on the Lewiston, Maine shooter, Robert R. Card II, reveals that he likely shot himself eight to 12 hours before his body was found, indicating that he was alive during most of the manhunt that followed his two mass shootings. Card, an Army reservist, killed 18 people and injured 13 others in the shootings at a bowling alley and a bar. The report also mentions Card's history of erratic behavior and his belief that he was being labeled a pedophile. The cause of death was determined to be a gunshot wound to the head, and the manner of death was ruled as suicide. The final report will be released with permission from Card's next of kin.

politics2 years ago

"Biden Offers Support and Urges Action on Gun Control in Lewiston After Mass Shooting"

President Biden visited Lewiston, Maine, to meet with the families of the victims and survivors of a mass shooting that killed 18 people at a bar and a bowling alley. He expressed his condolences and emphasized the need for common-sense gun control measures to protect communities and prevent further acts of violence. The visit was not intended as a platform for new gun control advocacy, but rather as an opportunity for the president to console and support the grieving community.

crime2 years ago

Lewiston Mass Shooting Survivor Shares Harrowing Tale with NBC 10 News

Jennifer Zanca, a survivor of the mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, shared her harrowing experience with NBC 10 News. Zanca was at a restaurant with friends when she heard gunshots and saw the shooter targeting gamers. She was shot in the arm but managed to hide behind a dumpster and apply pressure to stop the bleeding. Zanca praised the support she has received but expressed sorrow for the 18 lives lost in the tragedy. Breslin Macneir, whose father was killed in the shooting, hopes President Joe Biden's visit will bring the community together. Questions have been raised about the system's failure to address the shooter's mental health warning signs. The medical examiner determined that the shooter died by suicide.

politics2 years ago

"Biden's Urgent Visit to Lewiston, Maine Following Tragic Mass Shooting"

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Lewiston, Maine, on Friday to pay their respects to the victims of a mass shooting that left 18 people dead. The visit comes after a two-day manhunt for the suspect, who was found dead. Biden has called for Congress to pass legislation addressing gun violence and has dispatched the deputy director of the gun violence prevention office to coordinate federal support for the community. The president has expressed frustration at the lack of action on gun control in Congress and has criticized the use of high-capacity magazines.

sports2 years ago

Celebrity Support Unites Lewiston and Auburn Football Teams in Emotional Rivalry Game

Actor and comedian Will Ferrell sends a message of support to the Lewiston and Auburn football teams ahead of their rivalry game, which was rescheduled due to a recent mass shooting in Lewiston. The game aims to bring the communities together and raise funds for the victims and their families. Other celebrities, including Rob Gronkowski and Mac Jones, also send messages of encouragement. The game is seen as an opportunity to provide a sense of normalcy and unity in a community that is still healing.

crime2 years ago

Maine Shooter's Delusions: Businesses Spreading Rumors and Broadcasting Pedophile Claims

New documents reveal that the suspect in the Lewiston mass shooting, Robert Card, was delusional and believed that businesses, including a bowling alley and a bar, were spreading rumors online that he was a pedophile. Card had been delusional since February after a breakup, had been hospitalized for mental illness, and stopped taking prescribed medication. Law enforcement had been warned multiple times about Card's deteriorating mental health and fears of a mass shooting, but no action was taken. The shooting left 18 people dead and more than a dozen injured.