Nikolas Cruz

American mass murderer at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

Nikolas Cruz - American mass murderer at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Born

September 24th, 1998
26 years ago

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

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Born in 1998, a mass shooting occurred at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida on February 14, 2018. The event resulted in the deaths of 17 people and injuries to 17 others. In October 2021, an extensive trial took place, leading to a guilty plea for 17 counts of first-degree murder. The tragic event sparked nationwide conversations about gun control and school safety.

Executed a mass shooting at a high school

Received 17 life sentences without parole

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