Here’s how Maine figures are reacting to the death of Robert Card

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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:

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