Family pleaded to have assault rifle seized before deadly school shooting. Officers had few options

Orlando Harris’ family tried to get Missouri police to confiscate his weapons due to his fragile mental health, but were only able to suggest he store the AR-15-style rifle in a unit. Despite their efforts, Harris entered his former high school, killing two and injuring seven before being shot by police. The case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in restricting gun access and intervening in mental health crises, especially in states without red-flag laws.

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