Army Disciplines Officers After Failures Leading to Maine Mass Shooting
Report reveals lapses in handling reservist's mental health warnings before deadly Lewiston attack
- Three officers disciplined for dereliction of duty following investigation into Robert Card's actions.
- Failures included communication gaps and procedural missteps in addressing Card's mental health issues.
- Card had been hospitalized for psychiatric care but was released without adequate follow-up or weapon restrictions.
- Local law enforcement and Army leaders missed opportunities to confiscate Card's firearms despite clear red flags.
- Independent reviews suggest better coordination could have potentially prevented the tragedy.