Thomas Giberti, an employee at Just-In-Time Recreation bowling alley in Lewiston, Maine, is being hailed as a hero after saving the lives of at least eight and possibly up to twelve youth bowlers during a mass shooting. Giberti, who was not scheduled to work that night, happened to be present when the gunman entered the building and opened fire. Despite being shot multiple times in the legs, Giberti bravely helped children escape the building safely.

Witnesses describe the chaos of the situation and the selfless actions of Giberti, who put himself in harm's way to protect the youth bowlers. According to Samantha Juray, co-owner of the bowling alley, Giberti "grabbed kids and started herding them out of the back" when he saw what was happening. Youth league coach Bob Violette also volunteered that night and tragically lost his life alongside his wife, Lucy Violette.

The shooter, Robert Card II, later went to Schemengees Bar and Grille, leaving a total of 18 people dead and 13 injured. The manhunt for Card ended when his body was discovered in Lisbon. The community is now rallying around Giberti, expressing their gratitude for his bravery and selflessness in the face of a horrifying event.