Pittsburgh synagogue shooting

On October 27, 2018, a mass shooting happened at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. The authorities reported several deaths. One suspect was arrested.

Events

It was reported that three people were killed on the ground level, four in the synagogue's basement and at least one other person died in the synagogue.  The local TV station KDKA-TV first reported that the suspect, described as a White male with a beard, entered the synagogue and shouted "All Jews must die" before opening fire.

Trial

On June 16, 2023, the suspect was found guilty on all federal counts, and on August 3, 2023, he was sentenced to death by lethal injection. He separately faces 36 charges in Pennsylvania state court.

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References

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