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In this image taken from video, a Bernard J. Polite, 26, tries to shoot Pastor Glenn Germany, center, at the Jesus Dwelling Place church in North Braddock, Pa., May 5, 2024. The attempted shooting failed when Polite's gun didn't fire and was tackled by a congregant. (Glenn Germany via AP)

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Court documents revealed that Mr. Polite told police he tried to shoot the reverend because “God told me to do it.” His plan was to be arrested and go to jail so he could clear his mind.

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