Disabled Veteran Shot After Stolen Valor Accusation Sparks Outrage
On July 31st, 68-year-old Navy veteran Harold Powell was shot in the chest while busking on Seattle’s waterfront. The assailant, later identified as 32-year-old Gregory Timm, accused Powell of “stolen valor” before shooting him. Though the bullet cracked his ribs, it did not strike any vital organs. Timm was arrested and is being held on bail, while Powell recovers and focuses on his family.
John Q. Hosedrinker