This just goes to show the stupidity some people are capable of. They did state in the article that he was asuspectedmental subject. I don't really think the muzzleloader would have been that important to this kind of suspect. He would have carried any kind of weapon he could find.

Perhaps being a "mental subject" is the reason he had a muzzleloader because it does not require a back ground check or any waiting period for obtain. If that is the reason he had the rifle, that would be my big fear. I could just see legislation aimed at stopping the sale of muzzleloaders like we currently enjoy.

The good thing is.. people were on their toes, they determined there was a problem, quick actions were taken to control the situation before something got out of hand, no one was hurt, and perhaps this person can get some mental health help if that is what is needed.