25 - The Cleveland Elementary Massacre: Patrick Purdy

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On January 17, 1989 Patrick Purdy opened fire at Cleveland Elementary School in Stockton, California. Why did he do this? And what steps can we take to reduce mass shootings? Thanks for listening, and don't forget to tune in next Tuesday for another episode!Would you support me on Patreon this summer? Let me know!SourcesCase Suggestions & CorrectionsIntro Music / Outro Music00;15Intro 01;30Patrick Purdy Background 17;09The Shooting 19;27News Archive 21;32The Victims 29;43Psychology of The Shooter 42;43News Archives 56;52OutroSupport me on Patreon!Buy me a coffee :)Music credit

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