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Gunman in Montana massacre pictured for first time - his slain sister's best friend reveals red flags
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- Alan Smith, 44, killed eight relatives at a Montana home before setting the house on fire and taking his own life; victims included his sister Megan Ireland-Ghekiere’s children, parents, and grandmother.
- Smith had no job or income and left the family home voluntarily weeks prior to the massacre, with no prior police contact or known history of violence reported.
- Megan’s close friend, Kelsey Granger, revealed Smith had been verbally abusive toward Megan and her children but was not previously considered violent by family members.
- The motive for the mass killing remains unknown as authorities continue investigating the fire-damaged property.
- Friends and family describe Megan as a strong, kind-hearted single mother and have set up support efforts for those affected by the tragedy.
