But Cruz avoided hospitalization, according to a Florida Department of Children and Families report obtained by Fox News. During the DCF investigation, Cruz's adoptive mother told caseworkers that Cruz did not own a firearm. Cruz purchased a Smith & Wesson M&P 15 rifle in February 2017 from a licensed gun store located about three miles from the school, law enforcement officials said. RECENT SCHOOL SHOOTINGS IN THE USIf Cruz wanted a handgun, however, the sale wouldn't have been allowed. The records also show Neal was charged with illegally firing a weapon and possessing an illegal assault rifle on Jan. 31.

Source: Fox News February 19, 2018 18:10 UTC