Halloween Horror: 17-Year-Old Arrested After Leaves Two Dead in Shooting
A tragic shooting incident occurred during Halloween festivities in downtown Orlando, Florida, early on November 1, 2024.
A 17-year-old suspect, identified as Jaylen Dwayne Edgar, was arrested after allegedly opening fire in two locations, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to six others.
The victims ranged in age from 19 to 39, with two of the injured reported in critical but stable condition.
Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith indicated that the shooting appeared premeditated, as the suspect acted brazenly despite the presence of around 100 police officers in the area.
Surveillance footage captured the moment Edgar fired a handgun point-blank at a victim.
He will likely face adult charges due to the nature of the crime and the multiple victims involved.
The incident has raised concerns about public safety, particularly given changes in state laws that allow individuals to carry concealed weapons without a permit, which hindered previous security measures like weapon checkpoints.