Dylan Klebold

Mass murderer involved in Columbine massacre

Dylan Klebold - Mass murderer involved in Columbine massacre
Born

September 11th, 1981
43 years ago

Died

1999
26 years ago — 18 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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Born in 1981, this individual became infamous for the involvement in the Columbine High School massacre in 1999. Alongside an accomplice, carried out a tragic attack at the school in Colorado, resulting in the deaths of 13 people and numerous injuries. The event prompted widespread media coverage and discussions about gun control, bullying, and mental health issues in the United States.

Conducted the Columbine High School massacre in 1999

Left behind journals detailing plans for the attack

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