A suspect in the Minneapolis church shooting had visited a gun store four days before the incident, raising questions about the ease of firearm purchases. Law enforcement is investigating the circumstances surrounding the purchase of the revolver used in the attack. The suspect, identified as Robin Westman, went to Frontiersman Sports in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, on Aug. 23 and bought a revolver. According to the report, the store owner, Korey Krause, provided the revolver to Westman. The incident has sparked renewed debate over gun control policies in the United States.
Authorities have not yet released details about the motive behind the attack, but the timing of the gun purchase has raised concerns about the accessibility of firearms. The shooting occurred at a church service, where multiple casualties were reported. Investigators are examining whether the suspect had any prior history of violence or mental health issues. The case has drawn attention to the potential role of firearm sales in such attacks and the need for stricter background checks.