Lewiston Maine shooting LIVE: Suspect found dead as police investigate motive
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a somber veil over Lewiston, Maine, a gathering unfolded, mourning the tragic events that had unfolded. The news arrived during a press conference conducted by Maine’s Governor, Janet Mills, late on a Friday night, a moment when the community needed solace.
Journalists in attendance, including Oliver O’Connell, Sheila Flynn, Andrea Blanco, Rachel Sharp, Mike Bedigan, and Kelly Rissman, reported on the unfolding scene, capturing the raw emotions of the gathering. It was a gathering that transcended time, as people from various walks of life came together to commemorate the lives lost in the recent tragedy.
The solemn occasion marked a turning point in the aftermath of the Maine mass shooting that claimed the lives of 18 people and left 13 others wounded. Robert Card, the suspected gunman, had been found dead, bringing some closure to the grieving community. Days of uncertainty and fear had plagued Lewiston, but now, as the shelter-in-place orders were lifted, the healing process could begin.
In the heart of Lewiston, community members gathered for vigils. They lit candles and placed signs, dedications, and flowers at impromptu memorials, honoring the memory of those who had fallen victim to the senseless violence. The sheer diversity of the crowd echoed the city’s resilience, showcasing the unity that adversity can sometimes bring.
Robert Card’s death, believed to be by his own hand, was confirmed by law enforcement sources, marking the end of a days-long manhunt that had gripped the city. The victims, whose identities had been officially established by authorities, encompassed a wide age range, from 14 to 76 years old, a poignant reminder of the indiscriminate nature of tragedy.
Intriguingly, a note was discovered on that Friday morning, yet its contents remained undisclosed, leaving room for speculation and mystery. Divers scoured the riverbanks near where Mr. Card’s SUV had been found as the community sought answers. At one point, even a lettuce farm underwent clearance due to reports of a gunshot, underscoring the heightened state of alert.
With the lifting of the shelter-in-place order, residents of Lewiston, Lisbon, and Bowdoin could venture out for the first time since Wednesday night. As life in the city began to regain some semblance of normalcy, President Biden’s words rang out: “Americans should not have to live like this.” His statement, made on a Saturday, carried an urgent call to Congress to take action and address the pressing issue of gun violence in a nation yearning for change.
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