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- A mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, on October 25, 2023, left 18 people dead and 13 injured, triggering a massive manhunt and a period of intense fear and...
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The Lewiston, Maine, Shooting of October 25, 2023
A mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, on October 25, 2023, left 18 people dead and 13 injured, triggering a massive manhunt and a period of intense fear and grief for the state. The shooter, Robert Card, was found dead two days later.
Timeline of Events: October 25-27, 2023
The shooting unfolded over several harrowing hours. Hear’s a breakdown of the key events:
- October 25, 6:56 PM EDT: The first shots were fired at Just-In-Time Bowling Alley in Lewiston, Maine. The New York Times reported initial calls to 911 regarding the shooting.
- October 25, 7:08 PM EDT: Approximately 12 minutes later, the shooter opened fire at Sparetime Recreation, a nearby bowling alley and entertainment center. CNN provided live updates throughout the night.
- October 25, 8:07 PM EDT: Law enforcement identified Robert Card, 40, as a person of interest. NBC News detailed the initial identification and the subsequent manhunt.
- October 26-27: A massive manhunt involving hundreds of law enforcement officers spanned across multiple towns in Maine and parts of canada. Schools and businesses were closed as a precaution.