Police: July 4 mass shooting thwarted in Virginia’s capital

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A tip led investigators to Columbia Street, police say. Julio Alvardo-Dubon, 52, was arrested before the July 4 event. Rolman Balacarcel, 38, faces the same charge after the event. Police said they seized two assault rifles, one handgun and more than 223 rounds.

1 month ago·Richmond, United States

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CNN

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Police: July 4 mass shooting thwarted in Virginia's capital

Police in Richmond, Virginia, said Wednesday that they thwarted a planned July 4 mass shooting after receiving a tip that led to arrests and the seizure of multiple guns — an announcement that came just two days after a deadly mass shooting on the holiday in a Chicago suburb.

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