Kermit Gosnell

Abortionist and criminal practitioner

Kermit Gosnell - Abortionist and criminal practitioner
Born

February 9th, 1941
84 years ago

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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Operating a West Philadelphia clinic for decades, engaged in abortion services. Faced multiple legal challenges over unsafe conditions and practices. Convicted in 2013 of various crimes including three counts of first-degree murder related to late-term abortion procedures. The trial gained national attention, highlighting issues concerning abortion practices and healthcare regulations.

Convicted of three counts of first-degree murder

Operated an unlicensed abortion clinic

Found guilty of involuntary manslaughter

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