Manhunt Continues for Suspect in Maine's Deadliest Shooting, Leaving 18 Dead

Search intensifies around Androscoggin River after suspect's vehicle found; political debate over state's "yellow flag" gun laws reignites.

A manhunt is underway for suspect Robert R. Card, a 40-year-old sergeant first class in the Army Reserve, following a shooting in Maine that killed 18 people and injured 13 others. Authorities are focusing their search around the Androscoggin River where the suspect's vehicle was found.
Card is believed to have opened fire at Just-In-Time Recreation, a bowling alley, and Schemengees Bar & Grille, in Lewiston, Maine. Officials named him as a person of interest, stating that he should be considered 'armed and dangerous'.
Of the victims, seven were killed at the bowling alley, eight at the bar, and three at the hospital. Many victims were part of the deaf community, were participating in a cornhole tournament at the time, and some were reportedly trying to protect others during the shooting.
This event has reignited the debate over Maine's 'yellow flag' gun laws, which require mental health professionals to deem a person a threat before police can request a judicial hearing to seize firearms. Senator Susan Collins and Representative Jared Golden have voiced their opinions on modifying gun laws, with Golden reversing his long-held stance against an assault weapons ban.
Despite over 530 tips and leads coming in, as of Friday, Card remains on the loose. Shelter-in-place orders remained in effect for Lewiston and nearby communities. Police refuse to comment on potential previous warnings about Card and whether these should have initiated yellow flag gun laws.