Norwalk police, FBI arrest man who 'showed interest' in a mass shooting

The FBI received a tip that Brandon Wagshol, 22, was trying to buy large-capacity rifle magazines from out of state. During the joint investigation, the FBI and Norwalk police say Wagshol was buying rifle parts online.

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Norwalk police, FBI arrest man who 'showed interest' in a mass shooting

The FBI received a tip that Brandon Wagshol, 22, was trying to buy large-capacity rifle magazines from out of state. During the joint investigation, the FBI and Norwalk police say Wagshol was buying rifle parts online.

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