Edgar Maddison Welch, 36, was fatally shot by police in North Carolina after he brandished a gun during a traffic stop, marking a tragic end to a troubled past.
The incident followed a tumultuous history for Welch, who was previously sentenced to four years for firing a rifle inside a Washington restaurant due to the unfounded 'Pizzagate' conspiracy.
During the 2016 election cycle, the 'Pizzagate' theory falsely claimed that Comet Ping Pong was involved in a child sex trafficking ring, which Welch believed, leading to his prior armed confrontation.
Authorities confirmed Welch's identity through shared name, residence, and age, tying him to the 2016 'Pizzagate' incident, showcasing the devastating consequences of misinformation.
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