Survivors and Relatives in Maine’s Deadliest Shooting Start the Process of Suing the Army
Survivors and relatives of the victims in Maine’s deadliest shooting have initiated the formal process of suing the U.S. Army. This move comes after the Army was accused of failing to act on warning signs and threats from the shooter, Army Reserve Sgt. Robert Card, who killed 18 people and injured 13 others in a shooting at a bowling alley and a bar in Lewiston, Maine, on October 25, 2023.
The legal notices, filed by four law firms, allege that the Army was aware of Card’s deteriorating mental health and his escalating threats of violence but failed to intervene. The claims state that the Army broke its promises, failed to act reasonably, and violated its own policies and procedures.
The Army has six months to respond to the notices, after which the survivors and relatives plan to file a lawsuit. This move is part of a broader effort to hold the Army accountable for its actions and to seek justice for the victims and their families.
Cynthia Young, whose husband and 14-year-old son were killed in the shooting, has been appointed a special administrator of Card’s estate, allowing her to request sensitive documents that could be crucial for the lawsuit, including Card’s medical and military records.
The survivors and relatives emphasize the need for accountability, stating that mass shootings are an epidemic in America and that those in positions of authority must recognize and act on warning signs to prevent such tragedies.
