The Boston Marathon Bombing
The Boston Marathon bombing was a terrorist attack that occurred on April 15, 2013, when two bombs—planted by brothers Dzhokhar and Tamerlan Tsarnaev—went off near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. The bombs killed three people and injured over 260 others. The attack was the deadliest terrorist incident in the United States since the 9/11 attacks.
The Manhunt For The Boston Bomber
After the bombing, law enforcement officials launched a massive manhunt for the bombers. On April 18, the FBI released photos and videos of the two suspects, and within hours, they identified them as the Tsarnaev brothers.
On April 19, the brothers were involved in a shootout with police in Watertown, Massachusetts. Tamerlan was killed in the shootout, and Dzhokhar fled the scene, sparking a massive manhunt that shut down the city of Boston for several days. On April 20, Dzhokhar was apprehended and taken into custody.
The Trial And Conviction Of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev
In 2015, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was found guilty of all 30 charges against him, including using a weapon of mass destruction and bombing a place of public use, resulting in death. In 2016, he was sentenced to death.
Dzhokhar's defense team argued that Tamerlan was the mastermind behind the bombing and that Dzhokhar was under his influence. However, the prosecution argued that both brothers were equal partners in the planning and execution of the attack.
The Aftermath Of The Boston Marathon Bombing
The Boston Marathon bombing had a profound impact on Boston and the rest of the country. In addition to the three people killed in the bombing, an MIT police officer was killed in the manhunt for the Tsarnaev brothers. Many of the survivors suffered life-changing injuries, including amputations and permanent disabilities.
The bombing also led to increased security measures at public events and transportation hubs across the country. The phrase "Boston Strong" became a symbol of resilience and unity in the face of tragedy.
The Current Status Of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is currently being held in a maximum-security prison in Colorado, where he is awaiting execution. His appeals process is ongoing, and his lawyers are arguing that he should receive a new trial due to several issues, including alleged jury bias.
Conclusion
The Boston Marathon bombing was a tragic event that shook the nation. While one of the bombers was killed in the manhunt, the other was captured, tried, and convicted. The aftermath of the bombing led to increased security measures and a renewed sense of resilience and unity in the face of tragedy.