Teen Accused in Orlando Halloween Shooting | Orlando News

Jury selection has begun for 18-year-old Jaylen Edgar, the teen accused of a devastating Halloween shooting in downtown Orlando in 2024 that killed two people and wounded seven. Facing adult charges including two counts of first-degree murder and seven of attempted murder, Edgar claims he suffered an “extreme mental or emotional disturbance” at the time — while also expressing remorse. A sealed psychological evaluation adds complexity to the case as the trial moves forward, spotlighting the tragic consequences of gun violence and the challenges of accountability. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1247fbac8edbc9aa