Man charged with lying to police about gun used by Louisiana shooter
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A Shreveport man is charged with lying to police about the gun used in a deadly Louisiana shooting.
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A 56-year-old Shreveport man has been charged with lying to police regarding the gun used in Sunday's deadly shooting in Louisiana. Authorities traced the firearm to the man, who initially claimed it had been stolen from his truck. This charge indicates that investigators believe his account of the gun's disappearance was false. The man's alleged deception complicates the investigation into the shooting and could lead to further legal action.
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Authorities are investigating the man's alleged deception regarding the gun's disappearance.
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Man charged with lying to police about gun used by Louisiana shooter - The Washington Post
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