Maine Shooter's Friend Warned Officials in 1st Interview

Sean Hodgson, a friend and former roommate of the Maine shooter, warned officials about his best friend's escalating anger and paranoia, expressing concern about his access to guns and refusal to seek help. Despite multiple warning signs and pleas for intervention, authorities declined to confront the shooter, leading to the deadliest shooting in Maine's history. Hodgson, who has faced criticism for being "over the top" and "alarmist," believes more could have been done to prevent the tragedy and is pushing for public policy changes. Hodgson's account, along with law enforcement documents and interviews, sheds light on potential missteps leading up to the attack, while an independent investigation is ongoing.