In a shocking revelation, it has been discovered that law enforcement agencies were alerted about the threats made by Robert Card, the Maine gunman, weeks before the tragic massacre. Despite this, no substantial action was taken to prevent the horrifying incident. This raises serious questions about the effectiveness of our current systems in place to protect public safety.
Card, a 40-year-old firearms instructor, had reportedly made threats against his base and fellow soldiers. These threats were serious enough to warrant an alert being sent out to all law enforcement agencies across the state in mid-September. However, despite these clear warning signs, Card was not apprehended or monitored closely.
24 days before the Maine shooter took his victims, his buddy said he told his commander the man said he was going to commit a mass shooting and reported it …
That's a federal level failure …
— Mercy ❤️🔥👻 (@StMerciless) October 30, 2023
The police even visited Card’s home six weeks prior to the massacre, but found no trace of him. The lack of follow-up on this visit is deeply concerning. It suggests a lack of urgency and diligence in handling potential threats to public safety.
Furthermore, it was revealed that Card had a history of mental illness. Yet, according to Michael Sauschuck, the Maine Department of Public Safety Commissioner, there was no evidence that Card had ever been involuntarily committed. This raises questions about the adequacy of mental health evaluations and their role in preventing such tragedies.
The shooter today in Maine complained of hearing voices in his head.
In 2013 a man took 3 hostages at a bank in Louisiana, killing 2 before being killed by cops. Months earlier, he was interviewed by the FBI & DHS. He told them that he was hearing voices.
Congressman Allard… pic.twitter.com/iJ4XKwiRfC
— Wyatt (@austerrewyatt1) October 26, 2023
The FBI also stated that Card was not on their radar, and they had not received any tips or information concerning him. This is alarming, considering the severity of the threats he had made. It points to a significant gap in communication and coordination among different law enforcement agencies.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, a vigil was held at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston, where hundreds gathered to mourn the victims. The community’s resilience in the face of such a horrific event is commendable. However, it is a stark reminder of the human cost of such failures in our law enforcement and mental health systems.
The case of Robert Card serves as a glaring example of missed red flags. It underscores the urgent need for more effective communication and coordination among law enforcement agencies, as well as more robust mental health evaluations.
In conclusion, while we mourn the victims of this tragic event, it is crucial that we also take this as a wake-up call. We must strive to ensure that such oversights are not repeated in the future, and that potential threats to public safety are addressed promptly and effectively.
