Colorado Shooter Ahmad Alissa Found Guilty of Murder in 2021 Supermarket Massacre

A jury has found Ahmad Alissa guilty of murder for the 2021 Colorado supermarket shooting that killed 10 people. Alissa, diagnosed with schizophrenia, pleaded insanity, but prosecutors proved he understood his actions. The attack, armed with illegal ammunition, led to a life sentence, despite Alissa's mental health claims.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Boulder | Updated: 24-09-2024 01:19 IST | Created: 24-09-2024 01:19 IST
Colorado Shooter Ahmad Alissa Found Guilty of Murder in 2021 Supermarket Massacre
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A jury found Ahmad Alissa guilty of murder in the 2021 Colorado supermarket shooting, concluding a trial that scrutinized his mental state.

Alissa, diagnosed with schizophrenia, claimed he was not guilty by reason of insanity, yet prosecutors successfully argued he knew right from wrong during the attack.

Attendees recounted harrowing memories as Alissa faced a life sentence, highlighting the devastating impact and discussions around mental health in the justice system.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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