A new Nevada law allows police to confiscate firearms from individuals placed on mental health crisis holds, aimed at preventing incidents like the recent shooting by Shane Devon Tamura, who had a history of psychiatric holds yet retained his gun rights. This law enables immediate action without a court ruling, contrasting with existing red flag laws requiring a court process, though it faces opposition from gun rights advocates.
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Stockton Rush: Had he survived OceanGate’s Titan submersible tragedy, he may have faced criminal investigation
OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush was a visionary in deep-sea tourism but was criticized for negligence leading to the Titan submersible's implosion in June 2023, which resulted in five fatalities, including his own. The US Coast Guard's report highlighted his failure to follow safety protocols, creating a toxic work environment that suppressed safety concerns, and indicated potential criminal liability under maritime law. Want More Context? 🔎
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