Stoneman Douglas High School shooting
On February 14, 2018, a tragic shooting occurred at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. A former student, armed with a semi-automatic rifle, entered the school and opened fire, resulting in the deaths of 17 people and injuries to 17 others. This incident became one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history.
In the aftermath, the shooting sparked national debates about gun control, school safety, and mental health. Survivors and families of the victims became advocates for change, leading to movements like March for Our Lives, which aimed to raise awareness and promote legislation to prevent future tragedies.