17-Year-Old Charged as Adult in Orlando Halloween Shooting That Killed Two, Injured Eight

Nov 4, 2024, 01:01 PM

Florida State Attorney Andrew Bain announced that the 17-year-old suspect will be charged as an adult in connection with a mass shooting that occurred during Halloween celebrations in downtown Orlando. The suspect is facing two counts of second-degree murder and one count of attempted murder after allegedly opening fire on November 1, killing two people and injuring eight others amid thousands of revelers. The suspect did not appear in court; his mother confirmed his identity on his behalf. He is expected to remain in custody as the legal proceedings continue.