Charles Ford charged with lying about gun used in Louisiana mass shooting
Charles Ford, 56, was charged with lying to police about the gun used in Sunday's mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana that killed eight children. Ford initially told authorities the assault-style rifle had been stolen from his truck.
A 56-year-old Shreveport man has been charged with lying to federal authorities about the gun used in Sunday's mass shooting that killed eight children.
Charles Ford initially told investigators that the assault-style rifle had been stolen from his truck. But authorities said Ford lied about possessing the illegal firearm that shooter Shamar Elkins used in the attack.
Federal prosecutors are now charging Ford in connection with the mass shooting investigation. The charges relate to making false statements to authorities, not directly participating in the shooting itself.
The shooting in Shreveport has devastated the community, with eight children losing their lives. Authorities have been working to trace how Elkins obtained the weapon and whether anyone else should face charges related to the gun's transfer.
Lying to federal investigators during a criminal investigation is a serious felony that can result in years in prison.
This case shows how guns can end up in the wrong hands and highlights the serious legal consequences of lying to investigators during mass shooting cases. It also reveals new details about how the shooter obtained the weapon.
Ford will face federal court proceedings. Investigators continue examining how the shooter obtained the weapon.
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