Historical Events tagged with "sandy hook"

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Crime & Law

Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting Incident

December 14th, 2012 12 years ago

On a quiet morning in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, a gunman entered Sandy Hook Elementary School and opened fire, killing twenty children and six adults before turning the weapon on himself. The shooter, Adam Lanza, had previously committed a violent act at his home, resulting in the death of his mother. The event shocked the nation and raised urgent discussions regarding gun control and mental health.

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