Vermont Shooting Trial and Insanity Defense | Miami News

A Vermont man stands trial for shooting three Palestinian college students, claiming he was ordered by CIA and Mossad via FM radio—and that God commanded him to protect Jewish neighbors. The case hinges on an insanity defense, as his lawyer argues he suffered psychosis after losing his job, while prosecutors insist he acted with intent. Testimonies from the wounded victims reveal they were simply walking near campus when attacked. Evidence includes multiple weapons found in Eaton’s apartment, and a state psychiatrist is set to testify that he lacks a qualifying mental illness. The three victims—now 23—are friends from Palestine studying in America, with one left paralyzed. 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.Sources:https://www.local10.com/news/2026/09/14/a-vermont-man-is-on-trial-for-shooting-3-palestinian-students-he-claimed-the-cia-told-him-to-do-it/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/08a9fc5288508567 Report issues to [email protected].