Teen Gunman Identified in Orlando Halloween Shooting

A Halloween celebration in downtown Orlando turned tragic when a 17-year-old gunman, identified as Jalen Dwayne Edgar, opened fire, killing two and injuring six others. The shootings occurred around 1 a.m. as tens of thousands gathered, prompting chaos and panic among the crowd. The Orlando Police, who had over 100 officers patrolling the event, quickly apprehended the suspect after the incidents, with surveillance and bodycam footage showing the suspect firing and subsequently being tackled and arrested by police. While a motive has not been established, Edgar faces charges of first-degree murder and attempted murder. The victims, aged 19 to 39, were hospitalized and are in stable condition, with some in critical condition.