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17-Year-Old Charged as Adult in Orlando Halloween Mass Shooting Killing Two, Injuring Eight

Nov 4, 2024, 04:32 PM

A mass shooting occurred during Halloween celebrations in downtown Orlando early Friday morning, resulting in the deaths of two people and injuries to eight others. The suspect, 17-year-old Jaylen Dwayne Edgar, has been charged with murder. Edgar did not attend his court appearance, sending his mother instead. Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith confirmed the casualties and stated that the police are still searching for a motive. Florida State Attorney Andrew Bain announced that Edgar will be charged as an adult. Among the victims was a man from Weston.