Robert R. Card II, the suspect in the mass shooting that left 18 dead and 13 injured in Lewiston on Wednesday night, was found dead on Friday. Here’s how some Maine figures are reacting to the news:
Gov. Janet Mills:
My statement on the discovery of the body of Robert Card: https://t.co/r8VgNhONb5
— Governor Janet Mills (@GovJanetMills) October 28, 2023
U.S. Rep. Jared Golden
— Congressman Jared Golden (@RepGolden) October 28, 2023
U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree:
The person responsible for the senseless killings in Lewiston has been found dead. I thank the many dedicated law enforcement personnel, medical professionals, local leaders, journalists, and members of our communities for their tireless work this week and in the days to come.
— Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (@chelliepingree) October 28, 2023
U.S. Sen. Angus King:
My statement on the conclusion of the manhunt for the Lewiston mass shooting suspect: pic.twitter.com/N3QoyP00a7
— Senator Angus King (@SenAngusKing) October 28, 2023
U.S. Sen. Susan Collins:
— Sen. Susan Collins (@SenatorCollins) October 28, 2023
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows:
Thank you to law enforcement who worked so hard to find the perpetrator. We grieve. We remember. Hopefully, we can heal.
— Shenna Bellows (@shennabellows) October 28, 2023
Jake Langlais, superintendent of Lewiston Public Schools:
He has been found. A wave of relief just ran over me – A big step toward healing and everyone who has been searching in such dangerous conditions can go home safe to their families. More work to do but this news means so much!
— Jake Langlais (@kjlanglais) October 28, 2023
Jason Levesque, Auburn’s mayor:
Thank god this chapter of this tragedy is over. We can now move forward and focus on the support the family of the victims and our community needs.
— mayorauburn (@mayorauburn) October 28, 2023
State Sen. Joe Baldacci of Bangor:
Robert Card found dead after 3-day manhunt https://t.co/1g7rgiNPw5 via @bangordailynews
— Joe Baldacci (@JoeBaldacci) October 28, 2023
