The Daily The Many Missed Warnings Before Maine’s Mass Shooting
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Nov 2, 2023 Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs, a national correspondent for The New York Times, dives deep into the tragic mass shooting in Maine that claimed 18 lives. He discusses the alarming mental health warnings that were overlooked by both law enforcement and the military, emphasizing critical failures in communication and intervention. Bogel-Burroughs also examines Maine's yellow flag law and its shortcomings, highlighting the political complexities surrounding gun control. This conversation sheds light on the dire need for proactive measures to prevent such avoidable tragedies.
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Initial Warning Signs
- Robert Card's family reported his paranoia, anger, and gun collection to a school resource officer.
- The officer contacted a sheriff's deputy, who then involved the Army Reserve.
West Point Incident
- During training at West Point, Card accused fellow reservists of calling him a pedophile and shoved one.
- After a concerning interaction, Card's supervisor took him to a hospital, then a psychiatric center for 14 days.
Escalating Behavior and Attempted Silencer Purchase
- Post-treatment, Card tried buying a silencer but was denied due to his mental health history.
- He later punched a friend who challenged his talk of a mass shooting, prompting the friend to contact superiors.