He DESTROYED a city with a Tank in Revenge... _ The Case of Shawn Nelson

In 1995, Shawn Nelson carried out one of the most bizarre and destructive rampages in modern U.S. history. After stealing a military tank from a National Guard armory in San Diego, he drove the armored vehicle through residential neighborhoods — crushing cars, traffic lights, and infrastructure along the way.Law enforcement tracked the slow-moving vehicle as it caused widespread property damage and public panic. Helicopter footage captured the unfolding chaos while officers worked to disable the tank before further harm occurred.This episode examines the events leading up to the rampage, the psychological and situational factors involved, and the police response that ultimately ended the incident. It also explores how such an unprecedented event exposed vulnerabilities in military facility security.