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Maine Police Alerted About Shooter's Threats Weeks in Advance

Maine police were alerted about "veiled threats" made by Robert Card, the U.S. Army reservist responsible for the worst mass shooting in the state's history, but failed to locate him or take further action. The threats were reported to law enforcement agencies in mid-September, but increased patrols and a visit to Card's home yielded no results. Card had a history of erratic behavior and had been committed to a mental health facility in July after making threats during a military training exercise. Despite these red flags, Card was not on the FBI's radar, and the instant background check system did not have any information to prohibit him from purchasing firearms. The case raises questions about the actions that could have been taken by the military, police, mental health professionals, and relatives to prevent the massacre.

via POLITICO|

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Maine Police Alerted Weeks Ago About Shooter's Threats, But Failed to Locate Him

Maine police were alerted about "veiled threats" made by Robert Card, the U.S. Army reservist responsible for the recent mass shooting in the state, but failed to locate him or take further action. The statewide awareness alert was sent in mid-September after Card made threats against his base and fellow soldiers. Despite increased patrols and a visit to Card's home, law enforcement did not find any sign of him. The FBI stated that Card had not been on their radar, and their background check system did not have any information that would have prohibited him from purchasing firearms. Card's case highlights missed red flags and raises questions about what could have been done to prevent the massacre.

via WGME|

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Maine shooter's threats reported to police, but elusive suspect remains at large.

Police in Maine were alerted last month about "veiled threats" made by Robert Card, the U.S. Army reservist who carried out the state's worst mass shooting. Despite the alert, law enforcement was unable to locate Card after conducting patrols and visiting his home. The FBI stated that Card had not been on their radar, and there were questions about what could have been done to prevent the massacre. Card had a history of mental illness, but there was no evidence of involuntary commitment. The case highlights missed red flags and the need for better coordination between military, police, and mental health professionals.

via NewsNation Now|

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crime2 years ago•5 min saved

Maine Police Alerted About Shooter's Threats, But Failed to Locate Him

Police in Maine were alerted last month about "veiled threats" made by Robert Card, the U.S. Army reservist who carried out the state's worst mass shooting. Despite increased patrols and a visit to Card's home, law enforcement officials were unable to locate him. The Army Reserve had previously tipped off local authorities about Card's threats, but it remains unclear if there was any follow-up. Card had a history of mental illness and had been committed to a mental health facility in July after making threats during a training exercise. The case highlights missed red flags and raises questions about what could have been done to prevent the massacre.

via KABC-TV|

#crime #law-enforcement #maine