Prosecutor Says FedEx Gunman Never Had 'Red Flag' Hearing

Prosecutor Says FedEx Gunman Never Had 'Red Flag' Hearing

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The transcript discusses an incident at an Indianapolis facility where eight people did not have a hearing under Indiana's red flag law. This law prevents individuals deemed a risk from owning firearms. A 19-year-old gunman's mother had warned authorities about her son's potential suicide by cop, but a hearing was not pursued due to time constraints in proving his suicidal thoughts. The report concludes with remarks from Johanna Grunaway.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of Indiana's red flag law?

To ensure everyone has a hearing before buying a firearm

To allow people to buy firearms without restrictions

To provide free firearms to those in need

To prevent individuals from possessing firearms if deemed a risk

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the authorities not pursue a hearing for the 19-year-old gunman?

They had already conducted a hearing

They were not informed about his intentions

They did not have enough time under the law's restrictions

They believed he was not a threat

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who reported the case of the 19-year-old gunman?

The gunman's father

The local sheriff

A news anchor

Johanna Grun