DC shooter identified:

[1-Old-Man]

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-24120333

The deceased gunman in the shooting at a naval installation in Washington DC has been identified as Aaron Alexis, unnamed officials have told US media.

At least 12 people were killed and four wounded in the attack at Washington Navy Yard in the US capital.

Alexis was apparently killed at the scene of the rampage, which began at around 8:20 local time (12:20 GMT).

[NYC_SKP]

1. Was a government civilian contractor. Had a prior arrest.

WASHINGTON — Washington, D.C., police say they are no longer looking for one of two “potential” suspects in the mass shooting at the Washington Navy Yard this morning, indicating that the 11 victims of the attack were all killed by a single shooter.

Federal officials have identified the shooter as Aaron Alexis, a 34-year-old government civilian contractor from Fort Worth, Texas, who was new to the Washington, D.C., area, according to a law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the investigation. He may have used the identification badge of another person to gain access to the base.

Federal officials say Alexis was arrested in Fort Worth Sept 5, 2010 for discharging a weapon. The Tarrant County District Attorney did not prosecute.

http://www.latimes.com/nation/nationnow/la-na-nn-washington-navy-yard-shootings-20130916,0,6137381.story

[xfundy]

15. NOT a gubmint employee.

A contractor.

[NYC_SKP]

16. Corrected. (nt)

[gopiscrap]

2. yes and he was previously arrested for discharging a weapon

[NYC_SKP]

3. I saw that. No conviction.

I wonder why.

Federal officials say Alexis was arrested in Fort Worth Sept 5, 2010 for discharging a weapon. The Tarrant County District Attorney did not prosecute.

[gopiscrap]

4. discharging a weapon in Texas? of course there's no conviction

guns are the state religion

[1-Old-Man]

5. Not too much of a wonder.

Texas you say?

[cthulu2016]

6. It's Texas

The charge would have been firing a gun within city limits... firing was said to be accidental. Crime miht have required intent.

[MoonRiver]

7. Cause guns are gooood, doncha know.

[rdharma]

11. Why no conviction?

You're kidding. Right? You really don't know the answer?

Here's a clue........

[NYC_SKP]

17. Totally wrong. I found the arrest report.

Here: http://www.democraticunderground.com/10023678500

It was an accidental discharge.

I imagine that in some jurisdictions it could have been charged, and it's less likely to be charged in Texas, but the real reason is that accidental discharges are not seen as crimes.

I think they should be charges as infractions of the law, and fines attached, and MANDATORY gun safety classes required in order to have the person's firearm(s) returned.

The person must surrender all firearms.

Right?

[rdharma]

18. No. Not wrong!

As you said it yourself.... "I imagine that in some jurisdictions it could have been charged, and it's less likely to be charged in Texas."

RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT is a CRIME consisting of acts that create a substantial risk of serious physical injury to another person. The accused person isn't required to intend the resulting or potential harm, but must have acted in a way that showed a disregard for the foreseeable consequences of the actions.

I agree with you on your last points..... the person should be charged and weapons impounded.

But we're talking about Travis County (weehaaaw!) Texas.

[NYC_SKP]

20. Yea but it's not like Perry did something in particular. Your point about Texas is probably true.

And of course it's not only Texas but also other places.

I would guess that a study would show that out of all accidental discharges investigated by police, fewer than 50% are charged.

But that's just a guess.

But what a great opportunity to pass a few laws and ordinances that gun control activists and 2A supporters can agree upon, right?

Confiscation of arms, loss of eligibility for CCW, and, I would argue, mandatory safety training (like they do with DUI convictions).

[rdharma]

21. I would guess when there is property damage and a person almost killed, charges are likely ......

....... but I was in law enforcement........ so what the heck do I know?

And then again .......we're talking about (weehaaw!) Texas.

[msanthrope]

13. Looking at the report below, I'd say the DA dropped the ball .nt

[rdharma]

19. I'd say so too!

"In Texas, a person is said to have committed the crime of reckless endangerment if the person recklessly engages in conduct which creates a substantial risk of serious physical injury to another person. The word "reckless" indicates a type of conduct that demonstrates a culpable disregard of foreseeable consequences to others as a result of the act or omission involved."

[Beringia]

8. Arrest report

http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/Aaron-Alexis-Fort-Worth-Arrest-Report-223953911.html

SUMMARY NARRATIVE

On Saturday 09-04-10 at approximately 1849 hrs I, Officer M Medders 3835 working W237, was dispatched to an apt complex, Orion at Oak Hill Apts, at 2450 Oak Hill Rd in reference to a shots fired call. The details of the call stated "CP STS SHE HEARD A 'POP' & SAW SMOKE & DUST; NOW SEES THAT THERE IS A HOLE IN HER FLOOR & ANOTHER IN HER CEILING; BELIEVES SOMEONE JUST SHOT INTO HER APT; DID NOT SEE ANYTHING OR ANYONE; CP HAS MOVED AWAY FROM AREA WHERE HOLES ARE; CONTACT CP". Upon arrival I met with the witness who was inside her apt and visibly shaken up.

[panader0]

10. I have a DOD pass to get on most any military base.

I got it because I sometimes work for a contractor that installs furniture in barracks and offices. It required a background check, fingerprinting, etc. (plus 160 bucks) I was a bit nervous because I have had a couple of minor scrapes with the law, two misdemeanor pot possession charges and a DUI. But, no problem. When you present the encoded badge at the gate, you are waved in.
I don't think those passes are very hard to get.

[kestrel91316]

12. I am wondering if he came to DC and got a government job for the sole purpose of killing

EEEEVVVIIIIIILLLLLLL gubmint workers?

It's a shame that things like this even come to mind. But being a reckless gun owner from TX, I am assuming he is a teabagger until proven otherwise.

[LiberalLoner]

14. +1