{"id":2082002,"date":"2023-10-28T05:35:02","date_gmt":"2023-10-28T09:35:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/shelter-in-place-lifted-but-hunting-banned-in-aftermath-of-lewiston-mass-shooting\/"},"modified":"2023-10-28T05:36:18","modified_gmt":"2023-10-28T09:36:18","slug":"shelter-in-place-lifted-but-hunting-banned-in-aftermath-of-lewiston-mass-shooting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/shelter-in-place-lifted-but-hunting-banned-in-aftermath-of-lewiston-mass-shooting\/","title":{"rendered":"Hunting prohibited after Lewiston Mass Shooting, but Shelter-in-Place ended."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fshelter-in-place-lifted-but-hunting-banned-in-aftermath-of-lewiston-mass-shooting%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2082002&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>The\u200c Man Responsible for Massacre in Lewiston, Maine Found Dead<\/h2>\n<p>The\u2063 lifeless body\u200c of the man believed to be\u2062 responsible for the devastating\u200c massacre that claimed \u200cthe lives of 18 innocent people in Lewiston, Maine, has been discovered, \u2064confirmed by Maine Governor Janet Mills.<\/p>\n<p>Robert Card, the prime suspect in the mass shooting, carried out the horrifying \u2063act that left 18 dead and 13 injured at\u2062 Schemengees Bar \u2064and Grille and the Just-In-Time Recreation bowling alley, both located just\u2062 four miles apart.<\/p>\n<p>After an intense 48-hour manhunt, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-condemns-charges-against-pro-democracy-activists-in-hong-kong\/\" title=\"Secretary Of State Antony Blinken Condemns Charges Against Pro-Democracy Activists in Hong Kong\">law enforcement officials announced<\/a> at a press conference that they found Card&#8217;s body at 7:45 p.m. \u200con Friday \u2063night in\u2062 the woods near\u2063 Lisbon, close to Maine Recycling. His abandoned vehicle and\u200d a rifle were also discovered at the scene.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2>Related Stories<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3>Maine Police Trawl River in Manhunt for \u2064Lewiston\u200d Mass Shooting Suspect<\/h3>\n<p>Published on 10\/27\/2023<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Driver Who Abandoned Dog in Lewiston, \u200cMaine Identified by Authorities<\/h3>\n<p>Published on 1\/29\/2016<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Maine Department of Public Safety Commissioner Michael Sauschuck revealed that the body was found near the river in Lisbon Falls, approximately 10 miles from Lewiston. The area is \u2064still considered an active crime scene.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I&#8217;m relieved that Card is no longer a threat\u2062 to anyone,&#8221; expressed Governor\u2063 Mills during the press conference, emphasizing the need for healing in the community.<\/p>\n<p>Governor Mills also informed President Joe Biden about Card&#8217;s death and expressed gratitude towards law enforcement officials \u2063for their tireless efforts.<\/p>\n<p>Authorities discovered a suicide note at a residence connected to Card, addressed to his son, but it did not \u2063provide a specific motive for the shooting.<\/p>\n<p>Card, a 40-year-old U.S.\u2062 Army reservist and \u200dfirearm instructor, held the rank of sergeant at a nearby U.S. Army Reserve \u2063base. He had previously been temporarily committed to a mental health facility during the summer, according to law enforcement officials.<\/p>\n<p>For days, the community lived in fear as shelter-in-place restrictions were imposed following the shooting. However, Commissioner Sauschuck announced that\u200b the restrictions would \u200dbe lifted by Saturday.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, hunting was initially prohibited in the affected areas on Saturday, but this restriction is now expected\u2064 to be rescinded.<\/p>\n<p>During the press conference, Commissioner Sauschuck called for a moment of silence to honor the 16 men and two women who tragically lost their lives. Their ages ranged from 14 to 76.<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-figure\">\n<figure style=\"width:600px\" class=\"alignnone\"><figcaption>Maine Department of Public Safety Commissioner Mike Sauschuck \u200bspeaks to the press during a press conference at Lewiston \u2063City Hall in Lewiston, \u2063Maine, on Oct. 27, 2023. (Angela Weiss\/AFP via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Various federal agencies \u2064collaborated with state and local law enforcement \u200cto locate Card. Federal agents conducted thorough searches, collected electronic devices, examined financial\u2064 records, social media accounts, writings, and mental health history.<\/p>\n<p>On Friday, a search of the Androscoggin River was conducted using divers, robots, and sonar, as investigators focused \u2063on the river as Card&#8217;s last known location. His abandoned white\u2063 SUV was found at a boat launch, intensifying interest in the \u2064river.<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-figure\">\n<figure style=\"width:600px\" class=\"alignnone\"><figcaption>Law enforcement officers use an underwater robotic camera to search the water around the Pejepscot \u200cBoat Ramp on the Androscoggin River, where the suspect being searched\u2063 for in connection with two mass shootings abandoned his vehicle in Lisbon, Maine, on Oct.\u200c 27, \u20642023. (Joe Raedle\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Commissioner \u200bSauschuck\u2063 revealed that law enforcement had not \u2064seen Card in the\u2064 past two days but had received over 530 tips from the public, ranging from alleged sightings to concerns\u2062 and suggestions.<\/p>\n<p>Governor Janet Mills\u200d visited Central\u2064 Maine Medical Center on Friday to express her gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers who have been tirelessly assisting the victims. She commended their heroic efforts and the compassion they have shown\u200c during this tragic event.<\/p>\n<p><em>The Associated Press contributed to this report.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>This report has been updated with the latest information.<\/em><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-legislator-introduces-bill-requiring-gun-owners-to-have-liability-insurance\/\" title=\"California Legislator Introduces Bill Requiring Gun Owners To Have Liability Insurance\">specific gun control measures<\/a> should Congress prioritize \u2064in order to address the urgent need for reform highlighted by the Lewiston massacre<\/h2>\n<p><span>  En who lost their\u200c lives in the massacre.\u2064 He also \u2062expressed his condolences to the families affected by this tragedy.<\/p>\n<p>The devastating event \u200bthat occurred in Lewiston, Maine, shocked the entire nation. It serves as a reminder of \u2064the senseless violence \u2064that can occur anywhere,\u200b even in small communities like Lewiston.<\/p>\n<p>As the investigation into the motives behind the massacre continues, it is\u2062 crucial that we come together as a community to support one another and heal from this tragedy. Mental health and access to proper care should be at the forefront of discussions surrounding this event. It \u200bis essential that we identify and address any gaps in our mental health system to prevent incidents like this from happening in the future.<\/p>\n<p>President\u2063 Joe\u2062 Biden\u200b has urged Congress to take action \u200don gun\u2062 control\u200d legislation. The mass shooting in Lewiston further highlights the urgent need for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/anti-police-activist-charged-with-unspeakable-act-of-political-violence\/\" title=\"Anti-Police Activist Charged With Unspeakable Act of Political Violence\">common-sense gun reform<\/a>. It is time for lawmakers to put aside political differences and prioritize the safety and well-being of the American people.<\/p>\n<p>We must also acknowledge the bravery of the law \u200cenforcement officials who tirelessly worked to bring this situation to a resolution. Their efforts \u2064in locating and apprehending the suspect have provided some closure to the community. We owe them our gratitude and support for their unwavering commitment to protecting and serving the public.<\/p>\n<p>As we mourn the loss of innocent lives in Lewiston, let us also take this\u2063 opportunity to reflect on the value of life\u2062 and the importance of coming together\u200b as a community. It is through unity and compassion that we can overcome such atrocities and build a safer and more inclusive society for all.<\/p>\n<p>In memory of\u2064 the victims of this horrific tragedy, let us honor them by working towards a future where senseless acts of violence are nothing but a distant\u2063 memory. May their souls rest in peace,\u200b and may their families find solace and strength in\u2063 this difficult time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maine Gov. Janet Mills confirmed that the deceased body of Robert Card, the prime suspect in the Lewiston massacre, was discovered on Friday night. The tragic incident took place at Schemengees Bar and Grille, resulting in the death of 18 individuals and injuring 13 others.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":618,"featured_media":2082003,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[543],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2082002","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-epoch-times"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2082002","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/618"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2082002"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2082002\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2082003"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2082002"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2082002"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2082002"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}