Columbine High School massacre

The Columbine High School massacre was a school shooting and attempted bombing at Columbine High School in Columbine, Colorado, on April 20, 1999. Students Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold murdered 13 students and one teacher, injured 20 people by gunfire, and injured three others trying to escape before committing suicide. Their planned bombs failed to detonate, and their motive remains uncertain. The attack led to criticism of the police response, changes in active-shooter tactics, and debates about school security and gun control.

Date: April 20, 1999
Location: Columbine High School, Columbine, Colorado, United States
Deaths: 13 students and one teacher

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Article: Columbine High School massacre (English Wikipedia)
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