Suspect in Wednesday's Mass Shooting in Lewiston, Maine Found Dead
Suspect in Lewiston mass shooting found dead:
A 40-year-old firearms instructor who had been named a suspect in Wednesday’s mass shooting at two businesses in Lewiston, Maine, was found dead Friday.
No additional details were immediately available.
Mass shooting details and response:
Eighteen people were killed in the shootings at Schemengees Bar and Grille and the Just-In-Time Recreation bowling alley.
More than 350 law enforcement personnel were involved in the search for the suspect.
Motive unknown:
The motive for the shootings was unknown as the manhunt continued.
Photos released by law enforcement showed a man with a black rifle.
Background of the suspect:
The suspect, Robert Card, was a longtime Army reservist.
He had recently undergone psychiatric treatment.
Arrest warrant issued:
An arrest warrant had been issued for Card for eight counts of murder.
The number of counts may increase as more victims are identified.
Impact on the community:
The shootings shocked the residents of Lewiston and surrounding towns.
The city resembled a ghost town with many businesses closed.
National response:
President Joe Biden expressed condolences for the victims.
Sen. Susan Collins called it a 'heinous attack.'
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