Kelley Convicted in 2012 Assault Case and Firearm Purchases Questioned
Kelley was convicted in a 2012 military court for fracturing his stepson’s skull and beating his wife, with former Air Force prosecutor Don Christensen saying the FBI should have barred him from buying guns. The story notes the information about the court-martial and domestic violence offenses was not included.
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Air Force errors tied to firearm checks in Kelley case
A federal inquiry notes gaps in reporting offenses to the FBI under gun control rules. The Air Force allegedly failed to disclose prior domestic violence convictions affecting Kelley’s eligibility. Brady Campaign officials applaud investigation and call for system fixes.
Past of Texas church gunman reveals troubled history
Devin Kelley, the 26 year old gunman who attacked the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, had a violent past including a 2012 domestic assault conviction leading to a bad conduct discharge from the Air Force. He faced earlier animal cruelty charges that were dropped and worked briefly as an unarmed security guard in New Braunfels. Investigators are reviewing whether his military discharge barred firearm possession.
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Christopher Ramirez
Church Attack Contends with Gunfire at Texas Church
A gunman Kelley fled a Texas church after an assault rifle confrontation, his fatal crash revealing a personal safety gunshot. Church members and investigators, including Tackitt and ATF agent Milanowski, described a rifle and two handguns found. Kelley, an ex-marine court martial convict, owned the weapons and lacked a concealed carry license. The pastor’s family mourns, noting 14 year old Annabelle Pomeroy among the victims as President Trump urged mental health focus rather than gun control.
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Manafort and Gates Remain Under House Arrest in Bail Dispute
U S District Judge Amy Jackson keeps Paul Manafort and Rick Gates under GPS monitored house arrest pending larger bail packages. Prosecutors seek at least ten million for Manafort with assets including New York and Florida properties and a life insurance policy. Gates may offer his Richmond Virginia home.
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