In the wake of the tragic Maine mass shootings, family and friends of the victims are coming to terms with the loss of their loved ones. The incident, which occurred in Lewiston, Maine on Wednesday evening, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 18 individuals, with an additional 13 sustaining injuries. The perpetrator, Robert Card, was found deceased on Friday night, as confirmed by multiple sources reported by CBS News.
According to Maine State Police, the casualties were distributed as follows: Seven people lost their lives at the Sparetime Recreation bowling alley, comprising six males and one female, while eight more individuals perished at the nearby Schemengees Bar and Grille, all of whom were male. Additionally, three more victims succumbed to their injuries at local hospitals. Here are the names of the victims that have been confirmed by WBZ and CBS.
Bill Young was bowling with his teenage son at Sparetime on Wednesday when they were both killed. Family members confirmed his death to WBZ-TV. Bill was a married father of three who “was always trying to make people laugh and always enjoyed life to the fullest,” according to his brother.
Aaron Young was sophomore in high school and was bowling with his father when both were killed. Family members confirmed his death to WBZ. Aaron “enjoyed doing anything his father was doing,” according to his uncle, who described him as gentle and thoughtful. the tragic Maine mass
Bob Violette was a longtime bowling instructor who friends tell us was teaching kids at Sparetime Recreation at the time of the shooting. Violette’s daughter confirmed to WBZ-TV that he was among those killed Wednesday night. Violette was 76-years-old.