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Friend’s Warning Ignored: How Army Officials Overlooked Red Flags Leading to Maine’s Deadliest Mass Shooting

LEWISTON, Maine – A friend of Robert Card, the Army reservist who committed Maine’s deadliest mass shooting when he killed 18 people in Lewiston in October 2023, had warned his Army supervisor about Card’s mental state. Sean Hodgson shared his concerns through a cellphone text screenshot, expressing his belief that Card was capable of carrying out a mass shooting. Despite the red flags raised by Hodgson and other warning signs, Army officials did not take …

Lewiston Bowling Alley Targeted in Maine’s Deadliest Mass Shooting Plans to Reopen After Tragic Event

LEWISTON, Maine – Just-in-Time Recreation and Schemengees Bar and Grille, the site of Maine’s deadliest mass shooting, is undergoing renovations with plans to reopen after a gunman killed 18 people and wounded 13 others on Oct. 25. Seven of the victims lost their lives at Just-in-Time, and the community is still reeling from the tragic event. However, the business took to Facebook to announce that they are working on reopening, and the renovations are already …

tragedy in massachusetts: revisiting the state’s deadliest mass shootings

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – When discussing mass shootings, the cities that often come to mind are Las Vegas, Columbine, or Sandy Hook. However, there have been tragic incidents in Massachusetts as well. On January 12, 1991, a devastating event known as the Boston Chinatown Massacre occurred, in which five men were shot and killed execution-style at a gambling den in Boston’s Chinatown. Two members of the Ping-On gang were extradited from China and convicted of the …

Maine’s Deadliest Mass Shooting Sparks Debate on Law Enforcement’s Response to Mental Health Crisis

In Augusta, Maine, law enforcement authorities are facing scrutiny after it was revealed that they had reservations about engaging a volatile Army reservist, a decision that preceded the state’s deadliest mass shooting. The incident claimed 18 lives, sparking a conversation about the challenges faced by police and strategies to prevent such tragedies. Video footage released by the police shows officers expressing reluctance to intervene, fearing a potential escalation. This apprehensive approach has raised questions about …

Islamic State Group Claims Responsibility for Deadliest Kabul Bus Attack

Kabul, Afghanistan – The death toll from a deadly attack in western Kabul that was claimed by the Islamic State group has risen to five. The attack occurred on a bus in the Dasht-e-Barchi neighborhood, which is an area inhabited by the historically oppressed Shiite Hazara community. Kabul police spokesman Khalid Zadran initially reported two dead and 14 wounded, but the toll was later revised to five dead and 15 wounded. The survivors were taken …

Uncovering the Disturbing Tales of America’s Deadliest Serial Killers

In Los Angeles, California, there has been a string of alarming and heinous crimes that have captured the attention of the entire nation. The city is no stranger to crime, but the recent spate of serial killings has left residents fearful and on edge. The most recent case involves a man named John Doe, whose grisly acts of violence have earned him a reputation as one of America’s most dangerous killers. His methodical approach and …

American Horrors Unmasked: The 10 Deadliest US States for Serial Killings

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – The United States has the highest number of documented serial killer cases globally, with two-thirds of all cases occurring within its borders. This means that the US has three times as many serial killers per capita as any other country. Alongside California, the states with the highest count of total serial killings are Texas, Florida, Illinois, and New York. Each state in the US has recorded at least ten cases of …

Maine Lawmakers Convene to Honor Victims of Deadliest Mass Shooting

AUGUSTA, Maine – Lawmakers in Maine are preparing to address gun safety proposals as they return to work at the state House. The session is set to include honoring victims of the deadliest mass shooting in the state’s history, which took place in Lewiston. The Maine Gun Safety Coalition is organizing a demonstration in the Hall of Flags to express support for the victims and their families. The tribute to the Lewiston shooting is expected …

Maine Lawmakers Address Gun Safety Measures in Wake of Deadliest Mass Shooting in State History

AUGUSTA, Maine – Lawmakers in Maine are returning to the state House with a heavy agenda ahead of them. The session is expected to be marked by tributes to the victims, survivors, and first responders of the deadliest mass shooting in Maine’s history, which took place in Lewiston. The session is also set to include discussions on various gun safety proposals, including potential changes to the state’s so-called “yellow flag law”, which allows a judge …

“Maine’s Deadliest Mass Shooting Propels Homicides to New High in the State” – Shocking Impact of Mass Shooting on State’s Crime Statistics

LEWISTON, Maine – The deadliest mass shooting in Maine’s history resulted in the escalation of homicides in the state, as reported in December of 2023. The mass shooting took place last month, leaving a trail of tragedy in Lewiston. This unfortunate event has shaken the local community and sparked conversations about gun violence and public safety. The aftermath of the mass shooting has contributed to a new high in homicides in the state of Maine, …