Historical Events tagged with "goetz"

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Crime & Law

Bernhard Goetz Shoots Four Muggers on Subway

December 22nd, 1984 40 years ago

Bernhard Goetz shot four individuals in a Manhattan subway car, claiming self-defense against an attempted mugging. Armed with a revolver, he fired shots after the group allegedly threatened him. The incident sparked significant media coverage and public debate regarding vigilantism and subway safety.

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