EL PASO, Texas - The Texas man responsible for the 2019 mass shooting at an El Paso Walmart is set to plead guilty to murder charges. The attack, which claimed the lives of 23 people, specifically targeted Hispanic shoppers. The guilty plea will prevent a state trial, but the shooter has already received multiple life sentences in federal court for the massacre.
The shooting occurred on August 3, 2019, when the gunman opened fire inside the Walmart store, killing 23 and wounding dozens more. The shooter confessed to the crime and stated his intention was to target Mexicans. The incident sparked outrage and renewed calls for stricter gun control measures.
The guilty plea marks a significant step in the legal proceedings, offering some closure to the victims' families and the El Paso community. The shooter will now face life in prison without the possibility of parole, ensuring he will never be able to inflict such harm again.
El Paso Walmart Shooter to Plead Guilty to Murder
The man who shot and killed 23 people at an El Paso Walmart in 2019 is expected to plead guilty to murder charges. The attack targeted Hispanic shoppers and devastated the community. This plea avoids a state trial, though the shooter has already been sentenced in federal court. He faces multiple life sentences for the mass shooting.