Parkland School Shooter
Can childhood trauma justify the Parkland shooting?
4.7 (35)
44 mins
Explore the case of Nikolas Cruz, who carried out a mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. Discover how his troubled childhood, undiagnosed mental health issues, and violent tendencies played a role in his actions.
Ep 1:
The Verdict That Divided a Nation
Nikolas Cruz pleaded guilty, yet a grueling penalty trial unfolded—tracing his damaged childhood, chilling digital trail, and the jury's stunning decision to spare his life.
Ep 2:
Inside the Mind: The FASD Defense
Neuroscience takes center stage as experts battle over Cruz's undiagnosed Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, with childhood witnesses revealing decades of overlooked red flags.
Discussions (21)
Tate
Level 10 · 7 mo agoI don't buy the FASD defense. He knew better.
Sterling
Level 7 · 9 mo agoFBI closed it? Brilliant.
Sloan
Level 3 · 9 mo agoFASD aint an excuse for killing innocent people.
