22 killed in mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine

As of this morning, this shooter still hasn't been found. He has probably been planning this attack for some time, and likely has a plan for "escape". It appears that his Subaru has been found, and he probably had another vehicle near where he left his Subaru. By now, he could be hundreds of miles away.
 

Don M. said:
As of this morning, this shooter still hasn't been found. He has probably been planning this attack for some time, and likely has a plan for "escape". It appears that his Subaru has been found, and he probably had another vehicle near where he left his Subaru. By now, he could be hundreds of miles away.
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It's unusual for these types of event, isn't it. Until he's caught or found, people won't feel safe. The guy literally has nothing to lose at this point.
 
A 10-year-old girl who was shot during the Maine bowling alley massacre has described the harrowing moment she thought was going to die - after a gunman went on a rampage and killed at least 18 people and injured 13 more.

The city of Lewiston is on lockdown as police hunt for previously sectioned Robert Card, a 40-year-old US Army reserve firearms instructor who previously reported hearing voices and threatened to shoot up his National Guard base in Saco, Maine.

Survivors and bereaved family members have started to speak out following the bloody massacre which started at Sparetime Recreation bowling alley at around 7pm local time (12am BST) and continued at nearby Schemengees Bar and Grille.

It comes amid fears that Card - whose car was found abandoned in Lisbon after the shooting - has crossed states into Massachusetts. Police also believe he may have made his getaway on a jet ski.

Harrowing images have emerged this afternoon of body bags being wheeled out of the bar where the gunman targeted as the community comes to terms with the tragedy.

Among those inside the bowling alley when the gunman burst in and opened fire with a AR-15-style rifle was 10-year-old Zoey who was one of several that were wounded.

Girl, 10, shot during Maine bowling alley massacre thought she'd die
 

jimintoronto said:
Not likely. The US has a pretty good electronic sensor network that covers the US/Canada border in that part of the continent . There are the usual road crossing border check points, but the sensor network also covers the forest areas on the US side of the border. Walking across the border is physically possible, but the network would probably detect him moving on foot. I know the electronic sensors track deer and moose and bears all the time, because their body heat shows up on the infra red cameras and the over head flights by CBP drones. He is much more likely to stay in an area that he is familiar with in Maine.

Think for a minute how this carnage might have been different, if he had a bolt action rifle that requires the bolt to be manipulated after EVERY SHOT. Having a semi automatic rifle, and lots of loaded magazines, greatly increased his ability to kill people, fast. I pity the Americans who have to live with such a terrible "domestic terrorism " situation hanging over their heads every day. Make no mistake, this is terrorism. It is just not associated with a terror group, or ideology . JimB.
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I think for a minute if he only abided by the 'gun free' zones set up?
That is why those zones are setup right? So no one can bring a gun in those areas. Or are they there so criminals know where the killing fields are located, where no one can protect themselves?
 
Sippican said:
I think for a minute if he only abided by the 'gun free' zones set up?
That is why those zones are setup right? So no one can bring a gun in those areas. Or are they there so criminals know where the killing fields are located, where no one can protect themselves?
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You're apparently confused about law abiding citizens, and criminals.
 
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Robert R Card 40's current address listed on Whitepages is ...
941 Meadow Rd, Bowdoin, ME 04287
But I've found Whitepages isn't always up to date.

Murders occurred in Lewiston. Car was found in Lisbon.
From google maps. Pin on right near Bowdoin is the Whitepages address ...

So did he park in Lisbon and take another vehicle to Lewiston?
Did he drive to Lisbon after the murders in Lewiston and park the car?

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As noted up thread it's being speculated he got away to Massachusetts on a jet ski and now is driving a blue Chevy Suburban. Unsure if this a carjacked or stolen vehicle let alone his. That shows lack of remorse not taking himself out or surrendering. Which makes him that much more dangerous if that's possible
 
VaughanJB said:
What's crazy to me is that a whole lot of people think the problem with guns, and the abundance of guns, is to have more guns, and more powerful guns. So it's a never ending spiral. But if someone says, "perhaps we can have some checks in place", they're jumped on with a voracity greater than these shooters.

Some politician is going to say we need to get a grip of the gun problem. Other politicians will say it's in the constitution and a God given right. The NRA will spend more lobbying money, and nothing at all with change. And so it goes until the next atrocity.
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You're absolutely correct. When it comes to guns, US lawmakers wring their hands and offer absolutely useless "thoughts and prayers." After the dead are buried, we continue on the same path. Lather, rinse, repeat. Ad nauseam.

When those children were slaughtered at Sandy Hook, many Americans hoped and believed it would be a turning point. I'm still astonished that it was not.

Actions speak louder than words. The embarrassing and sickening truth: A majority of Americans prize guns more than they love their children, and politicians prioritize lobbyists' money over the safety of their constituents.
 
hollydolly said:
yes I realise that must be the case... but again in England if you share a border, you can literally be one mile or less from the house in the next county (US state equivalent)... I just wondered how far from Rose's home in CT the Maine Border is...
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Good question - problem is who knows where this guy is now and what his mode of transportation is. He could be out in the MA woods, still in Maine, or left some red herrings for the police to follow and is instead heading west through NH, Vermont and upstate NY.
 
StarSong said:
Good question - problem is who knows where this guy is now and what his mode of transportation is. He could be out in the MA woods, still in Maine, or left some red herrings for the police to follow and is instead heading west through NH, Vermont and upstate NY.
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yes huge areas in your individual states with forests , and rivers.... and with army training he's likely to be an expert at hiding. Chances are he'll kill himself rather than be captured... and we'll never know why he did it..
 
The New Hampshire State Police has provided numerous assets to assist our law enforcement partners in Maine with the ongoing and active search for a person of interest in the shootings that took place in Lewiston on Wednesday evening.
Maine authorities have identified Robert R. Card, age 40, of Bowdoin, ME as the person of interest. Card is considered armed and dangerous.

There is no known specific threat to the state of New Hampshire at this time, but Troopers remain vigilant and ready to respond.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this tragedy as well as our law enforcement partners who are responding to this senseless act of violence.

"Robert R. Card, the man charged with murder in the mass shootings in Lewiston that killed at least 18 people, and wounded 13 others, has been in the US Army Reserve for nearly 21 years and is currently assigned as a petroleum supply specialist, the Army said Thursday.

Card appears to be part of a family with deep roots in central Maine, specifically the small town of Bowdoin, which is located some 30 miles north of Portland. According to authorities, Card’s most recent address is on Meadow Road where city property records list the residence as being owned by a close relative.

Card currently holds the rank of sergeant first class and has an active duty military identification card that grants him access to military facilities in Maine.
Card attended Bowdoin Central Elementary where he was known as “Bobby,” a former employee told the Globe.
League results published in The Sun Journal from the Sparetime bowling alley — where dozens were shot Wednesday night — show a Robert

Card frequently competed during the spring of 2012. The now suspended Facebook profile of Card — archived in screen grabs and videos — lists bowling as a favorite activity. In one post, the user describes finishing a 20-year career in the Army earlier in the year. An Army spokesperson told the Globe that Card first enlisted in December 2002.

Card also appeared to be somewhat active on X, formerly known as Twitter, following and liking content from Tucker Carlson, Donald Trump, and an extremism researcher from the University of Maine.
He had just joined the platform in November 2022. His account — which bore a photo of him smiling and holding a fish — has since been suspended.

According to state records, Card was licensed as an electrician’s helper for two years in 2004 and 2006, but let that license lapse. Records indicate that he worked with an older relative who holds a master electrician’s license.

A bulletin put out by the Maine Information and Analysis Center, an internal database for law enforcement officials, previously stated that Card served as a firearms instructor in the Maine Army Reserves. But officials revoked that statement Thursday morning, stating “there is no indication that Card attended any advanced weaponry course.”

The bulletin also noted that Card recently reported mental health issues, including “hearing voices” and threatening “to shoot up a military installations in southern Maine.” The bulletin also said Card was reported to have been committed to a mental health facility for two weeks this summer and then released.
 
hollydolly said:
yes I realise that must be the case... but again in England if you share a border, you can literally be one mile or less from the house in the next county (US state equivalent)... I just wondered how far from Rose's home in CT the Maine Border is...
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HD, I was referring to the MA (Massachusetts) border which is about 40 minutes from me after you mentioned it:

"It comes amid fears that Card - whose car was found abandoned in Lisbon after the shooting - has crossed states into Massachusetts."

Maine is quite further from me, but still doable.
 
I kind of doubt he's worried about survival. Apparently he doesn't place value on life.
He's mental and may have viewed this as a last resort. Wouldn't be shocked if he's already taken his own life.
Possibly in some place remote where he may never be found.
Might think differently if he was some kid or something and at this point all options are open.
Hope they find him soon ... dead or alive
 
The firearm he used quite possibly could be a stolen U.S. Army weapon since he was a firearms instructor in the Army.
Beyond that, there are federal forms to be filled out when anyone purchases a civilian firearm and I'm sure someone somewhere is cross referencing the files.
 

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