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Eight people are dead after a shocking nursing home shooting spree that stunned both the town of Carthage, N.C. and nursing home residents across the country. The gunman, Robert Stewart, 45, entered the Pinelake Health and Rehab nursing home last month, randomly firing at residents and staff.
Seven of the home’s residents were murdered as well as one nurse. Authorities have not released many details about the case, but the fact that Stewart’s estranged wife worked at the center could be a factor. His shooting rampage was stopped by a 25 year old police officer who engaged in gun battle with Stewart.
The officer, Justin Garner, hit Stewart in the chest, ending the battle. However at the same time Stewart was able to shoot Garner three times in the leg. Garner is recovering from his injuries and plans to return to work as soon as he is able.
Stewart was not seriously injured in the incident and was taken to a local hospital. He faces eight counts of first-degree murder and one count of assaulting a police officer.
The incident has prompted discussions in the nursing home community about whether or not additional security is needed at homes across the country. Experts point out that events like this – while tragic – are extremely rare.
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