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In reply to the discussion: BREAKING: Maine shooter has been found dead [View all]csziggy
(34,189 posts)34. I wonder if he had a physical problem that caused his actions
Like the University of Texas tower sniper, Charles Whitman.
Although Whitman's autopsy revealed a pecan-sized tumor in the white matter above his amygdala, the tumor was not connected to any sensory nerves. Nonetheless, some experts believe this tumor may have contributed to the violent impulses which Whitman had been exhibiting for several years prior to the massacre.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Texas_tower_shooting
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Texas_tower_shooting
On August 2, an autopsy was conducted by Coleman de Chenar (a neuropathologist at Austin State Hospital) at the funeral home. Urine and blood were removed to test for traces of amphetamines or other substances.[59][60] During the autopsy, Chenar discovered a "pecan-sized" brain tumor,[61] which he labeled an astrocytoma with a small amount of necrosis.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Whitman#Autopsy
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Whitman#Autopsy
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If he wanted to end himself, why involve the other 18+ victims in his madness?
thenelm1
Oct 2023
#16
Hip hip!! Hoo-ray! Another fucking scumbag takes a piss-soaked dirt nap! God hit PAY DIRT!
SoFlaBro
Oct 2023
#2
Correction: A very sick man whose illness caused him to inflict tragedy and loss on many others has died by his own hand
ShazzieB
Oct 2023
#25
Another screwball MAGAT purposely and willfully poisoned by toxic RW propaganda.
hadEnuf
Oct 2023
#40
Yep. And the MAGAt billionaire and multimillionaire repugnants are all happy with that.
Justice matters.
Oct 2023
#44
BREAKING: Suspected Maine shooter found dead, law enforcement sources tell NBC News - Alex Wagner - MSNBC
Rhiannon12866
Oct 2023
#13
After the crimes he committed, I imagine it is a relief for the family as well.
Martin68
Oct 2023
#45