Military releases investigative findings 9 months after reservist killed 18 people in Maine

The transcript details an investigation into a mass shooting by Robert Card, highlighting multiple warning signs and testimonies about his mental health decline. Despite evaluations and a diagnosis of a brief psychotic disorder, Card was released from a hospital deemed low risk. The military investigation found communication failures and took action against some personnel. The hospital involved has not commented, and a court hearing to hold Card was canceled before his release.

What was a significant failure in preventing the mass shooting by Robert Card?

• Failure to act on multiple warning signs

• Lack of awareness about his mental health

• Inability to access his military records

• Insufficient training of law enforcement

What mental health condition was Robert Card diagnosed with?

• Major depressive disorder

• Schizophrenia

• Brief psychotic disorder

• Bipolar disorder

What was the outcome of Robert Card's psychiatric evaluation?

• He was deemed high risk and detained

• He was diagnosed and released as low risk

• He was discharged without any diagnosis

• He was transferred to another facility

What action was taken against military personnel in Card's chain of command?

• They were transferred to another unit

• They faced administrative action for dereliction of duty

• They were given a warning

• They were promoted

What was the response of the mental health facility regarding the investigation?

• They fully cooperated with the investigation

• They required a court order to cooperate

• They provided detailed records voluntarily

• They denied any involvement with Card