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12 Times ‘See Something, Say Something’ Saved Lives

When: August 2019

Where: Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, Connecticut

What: The FBI’s National Threat Operations Center received a tip that 22-year-old Brandon Wagshol was “attempting to purchase large-capacity rifle magazines from out of state,” according to a news release.

The FBI and Norwalk police launched a joint investigation and found Wagshol was buying parts online to build his own rile and “had a Facebook post that showed his interest in committing a mass shooting.”

Investigators executed a search warrant and found a handgun, a rifle, a rifle scope with a laser, four forearm optic sites, a firearm flashlight, body armor with a titanium plate, a full camouflage outfit, a camouflage bag, a ballistic helmet, tactical gloves, and numerous rounds of ammunition.

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