Jacksonville Sheriff T. K. Waters dismissed the prevailing leftist narrative that places blame on guns rather than individuals for acts of violence involving firearms.
In response to a recent shooting at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Florida, where three people were killed before the gunman took his own life, Sheriff Waters emphasized that the problem lies with people who misuse guns, not the guns themselves.
During a press conference addressing the incident, a reporter asked Sheriff Waters what could have been done to prevent the tragedy. In his response, Waters highlighted the importance of addressing the intentions and actions of individuals rather than focusing solely on the presence of firearms.
"The story is always about guns people are bad this guy's a bad guy," Waters stated. He further explained that the issue lies with individuals who choose to use guns for nefarious purposes. While a gun sitting on a counter poses no threat, it becomes a problem when it falls into the hands of someone with malicious intent.
Waters emphasized that the perpetrator in this case had legally obtained the firearms used in the attack. He had no criminal record, and the firearms were obtained through legal means. This highlights the difficulty in preventing such incidents, as there were no red flags that would have raised concerns during the purchasing process.
The sheriff also rejected the notion that the shooter's actions were solely driven by mental illness. While acknowledging the presence of mental illness, Waters pointed to the perpetrator's manifesto, describing it as the "diary of a madman." He noted that the ideas expressed in the manifesto were irrational but emphasized that the individual was fully aware of his actions.
"Mental illness is there, but not everyone who is mentally ill grabs a firearm and kills people for no reason," Waters stated.
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