What is college point massacre?

The College Point Massacre refers to a shooting incident that occurred on December 24, 1993, in which six people were killed and one was injured. The incident took place in College Point, Queens, New York City in the United States. The shooter, Colin Ferguson, opened fire on a crowded Long Island Railroad train during rush hour, killing six and injuring 19 others.

Ferguson had a history of mental illness and racism. He had previously filed numerous complaints about discrimination against black people, claiming that he had been targeted by a racist conspiracy. He believed that he was a victim of the system and that the white majority was conspiring against him.

On the day of the massacre, Ferguson took a train to New York City with a Ruger P89 9mm semi-automatic pistol. Once inside the train, he walked down one of the aisles and started shooting at random. He continued to shoot until he ran out of ammunition.

Following his arrest, Ferguson claimed that he was not responsible for his actions. He was charged with six counts of murder and 19 counts of attempted murder. During his trial, he defended himself and attempted to justify his actions as self-defense against a racist conspiracy. However, he was found guilty and sentenced to six consecutive life terms in prison.

The College Point Massacre is considered to be one of the deadliest mass shootings in New York City's history. It led to changes in gun laws and increased security measures on public transport systems. The incident also highlighted the issue of mental health and gun control in the United States, sparking debates and discussions about these issues.