US mass shooter found dead in woods after 48-hour police manhunt

He was found at approximately 7.45pm near Lisbon Falls close to where his car was abandoned and a recycling plant from where he was recently fired.

“The suspect in Wednesday night’s shootings has been located and is deceased,” Androscoggin sheriff's office wrote on social media.

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At time of writing it is not known how long Card has been dead.

Commander of Maine’s public safety department Mike Saushuck refused to say whether Card had died as police closed in or if he had been dead for days.

“There continues to be a lot of work that needs to be done here at the scene, and a lot to follow up on,” said Sauschuck.

However, Sauschuck confirmed Card is believed to have died from a self-inflicted injury.

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Following the discovery of the body, the White House released a statement saying the past two days have been “tragic” for the entire country.

“This has been a tragic two days – not just for Lewiston, Maine, but for our entire country,” President Joe Biden said in a statement released Friday.

“Once again, an American community and American families have been devastated by gun violence.

“In all, at least eighteen souls brutally slain, more injured, some critically, and scores of family and friends praying and experiencing trauma no one ever wants to imagine.

“Numerous brave law enforcement officers have worked around the clock to find this suspect and prevent the loss of more innocent life – all while risking their own. They are the best of us.

“Tonight we're grateful that Lewiston and surrounding communities are safe after spending excruciating days hiding in their homes.

“I thank Governor Janet Mills for her steady leadership during this time of crisis, and continue to direct my administration to provide everything that is needed to support the people of Maine.

“Americans should not have to live like this. I once again call on Republicans in Congress to fulfill their obligation to keep the American people safe. Until that day comes, I will continue to do everything in my power to end this gun violence epidemic.

“The Lewiston community – and all Americans – deserve nothing less.”