MAINE, USA — Communities across Maine came together this past weekend to remember those lost in a mass shooting event in Lewiston that left 18 people dead.
After a two-day manhunt, the body of 40-year-old Robert Card, of Bowdoin, was found by law enforcement Friday night. It is believed Card shot and killed 18 people and injured 14 Wednesday night at Just-In-Time Recreation bowling alley, formerly Sparetime Recreation, and Schemengees Bar and Grille Restaurant.
Vigils were held across the towns of Lisbon, Lewiston, and Bangor on Saturday and Sunday to honor those who were killed in the mass shooting.
All 18 victims have been identified by law enforcement.
- Ron G. Morin, 55
- Peyton Brewer-Ross, 40
- Joshua A. Seal, 36
- Bryan M. MacFarlane, 41
- Joseph Lawrence Walker, 57
- Arthur Fred Strout, 42
- Maxx A. Hathaway, 35
- Stephen M. Vozzella, 45
- Thomas Ryan Conrad, 34
- Michael R. Deslauriers II, 51
- Jason Adam Walker, 51
- Tricia C. Asselin, 53
- William A. Young, 44
- Aaron Young, 14
- Robert E. Violette, 76
- Lucille M. Violette, 73
- William Frank Brackett, 48
- Keith D. Macneir, 64
PHOTOS: Vigils held across Maine remember Lewiston mass shooting victims
Several community resources have opened to support those affected by Wednesday's mass shooting.
A Family Assistance Center opened Saturday morning for victims of the mass shooting and is located at the Lewiston Armory at 65 Central Ave. It will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will remain open for an "adequate period of time."
The assistance center will include resources for victims and their families including mental health services, financial aid, spiritual care, and and access to victim advocacy and support services.
A second support location will be available to the greater community at the Ramada Inn in Lewiston.
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