This is a developing story…
The Lewiston Maine Police Department released a photograph of the mass shooter, Robert Card, late Wednesday night.
The shooter, Robert Card, has still not been found.
Reports suggest that Card may have crossed state lines from Maine into Massachusetts.
#Sources; reports possible #Lewiston #ME shooting suspect may have crossed into #MA via rte 93 earlier this morning. #MSP BOLO issued troopers told to exercise extreme caution #WBZ #ITeam pic.twitter.com/6zZqUJZ27z
— Cheryl Fiandaca (@CherylFiandaca) October 26, 2023
Additionally, there are reports suggesting that Card may have fled on a jet ski.
EXCLUSIVE: Army reservist Robert Card, who shot 22 people dead in Maine bowling alley and bar, may have made getaway on jet ski, as search moves to Massachusetts where investigators believe he made off in a blue Chevy Suburban https://t.co/eMS5eGX2jq pic.twitter.com/mXLjrGXKQk
— Daily Mail U.K. (@DailyMailUK) October 26, 2023
Maine police issued an updated bulletin on Thursday morning, indicating that Robert Card is no longer believed to be a firearms instructor.
#Update #Lewiston #ME suspect bulletin – Robert Card no longer thought to be a firearms instructor in #Army Reserve #WBZ #Team pic.twitter.com/iGP2RSzMy0
— Cheryl Fiandaca (@CherylFiandaca) October 26, 2023
It is being reported that at least 18 people were killed and several others injured after Robert Card opened fire at multiple sites in Lewiston, Maine.
Gunfire was reported at a bowling alley, a restaurant, and a recreation center, following initial reports of an active shooter around 7:15 p.m. ET. Lewiston Police posted on Facebook that they were responding to an active shooter situation and encouraged residents to shelter in place.
There is an active shooter in Lewiston. We ask people to shelter in place. Please stay inside your home with the doors locked. Law enforcement is currently investigating at multiple locations. If you see any suspicious activity or individuals please call 911. Updates to follow. pic.twitter.com/RrGMG6AvSI
— Maine State Police (@MEStatePolice) October 26, 2023
“Please stay off the roads to allow emergency responders access to the hospitals,” police said.
Central Maine Medical Center confirmed that they were dealing with a “mass casualty, mass shooter event” and were coordinating with local hospitals to admit patients.
According to unverified reports:
Card, a qualified firearms instructor, is suspected of having connections with the Army Reserve, based in Saco, ME. Adding to the unease, law enforcement authorities have disclosed that Card had recently reported experiencing mental health issues, which included auditory hallucinations and threats of a potential shooting at the National Guard Base in Saco.
What’s even more unsettling is that Card was committed to a mental health facility for a period of two weeks during the summer of 2023, after which he was discharged.
🔥🚨BREAKING NEWS: Here is the official photo of the Maine Mass Shooter via the Official Active Shooter Brief From Maine State Police on Robert Card.
— Dom Lucre | Breaker of Narratives (@dom_lucre) October 26, 2023
– Trained Firearms Instructor
– Army Reservist
– Reported Mental Health Issues &
– Committed to Mental Health Facility… pic.twitter.com/XstpOEATsc
Law enforcement warned that Card should be considered armed and exceedingly dangerous. Extreme caution is advised if he is encountered.
The Maine State Police are spearheading the investigation, with FBI assistance, and are urging individuals with any pertinent information to come forward without delay. Communities in and around Lewiston remain on high alert.
In a recent update, the vehicle of interest was discovered in Lisbon. Officials are encouraging residents in Lisbon to remain vigilant. Card is still on the loose.
Police are searching for “person of interest” Robert Card in the Maine mass shootings. Card is at large and police say he is considered “armed and dangerous.” pic.twitter.com/WwgVLpInq4
— MSNBC (@MSNBC) October 26, 2023
