David Katz: Jacksonville Madden Tournament Mass Shooting Photos

KC · #1 04-23-2020, 05:05 PM

The Madden Tournament mass shooting, a tragic and violent incident, occurred on August 26, 2018, at a video game tournament at Jacksonville Landing in Jacksonville, Florida. The shooting claimed the lives of two individuals and injured several others, highlighting ongoing issues related to gun violence and public safety in the United States.

The shooting took place during a Madden NFL 19 video game tournament at the GLHF Game Bar located within the Jacksonville Landing, a popular waterfront dining and entertainment complex. The gunman, identified as David Katz, a 24-year-old participant in the tournament from Baltimore, Maryland, opened fire on fellow competitors and attendees before turning the gun on himself.

Elijah Clayton, 22, and Taylor Robertson, 28, both video game players participating in the tournament, were killed in the attack. The incident also left multiple people wounded, both from gunfire and the ensuing chaos as attendees sought to escape the danger.

The motive behind Katz's actions was investigated, with authorities considering his history of mental illness and the competitive nature of the event. The shooting prompted discussions on a range of issues, including the security measures at gaming events, the need for more effective gun control laws, and the support systems required for individuals with mental health issues.

The response to the shooting was immediate, with local law enforcement and emergency services quickly arriving at the scene. The incident was also notable for the role of live streaming, as the tournament was being broadcast online, capturing the initial moments of the shooting and spreading rapidly on social media.

Additional photos, videos, and documents are posted throughout the thread.

based_skeletor · #2 04-23-2020, 05:20 PM

Complete collection of Jacksonville Madden Tournament shooting FOIA material. Contains photos, videos, and diagrams of the 2018 shooting that left 3 dead, including the shooter David Katz, and injured 11 others.

https://mega.nz/folder/CEkXxKxZ#X_IFOgTOMBETzH_VVNgzgg

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The David Katz murder case refers to a mass shooting that occurred on August 26, 2018, during a video game tournament at the GLHF Game Bar in Jacksonville, Florida. The shooter, David Katz, a 24-year-old man from Baltimore, Maryland, opened fire at the "Madden NFL 19" tournament, resulting in two deaths and several injuries before he took his own life.

Katz was a participant in the tournament and had been eliminated from the competition earlier in the day. He returned to the venue armed with a handgun and began shooting, targeting fellow gamers. The victims were Elijah Clayton, 22, and Taylor Robertson, 28, both of whom were well-known players in the "Madden" gaming community.

The incident was partially captured on a livestream of the tournament, which added to the shock and immediacy of the tragedy. The motive behind Katz’s actions was not definitively established, though reports suggested that he had a history of mental health issues and had struggled with feelings of resentment and anger.

TylerD · #3 04-23-2020, 06:21 PM

I remember this at the time, seeing the laser on his chest during the live stream, then the screaming. Quite chilling.
The shooter had a long list of mental illness, he was a ticking time bomb.

minka1 · #4 04-23-2020, 08:32 PM

TylerD You saw the young man being shot?
Did the murderer shoot himself?

TylerD · #5 04-23-2020, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by minka1

TylerD You saw the young man being shot?
Did the murderer shoot himself?

I was big in to Twitch back then, watching all the livestreams.
I wasn't actually there if that's what you mean?
The gunman shot himself, shame he didn't do that before going on a shooting spree

soja · #6 04-23-2020, 10:18 PM

I blame the video games. NFL is a very violent sport

HeyJealousy · #7 04-24-2020, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by sojalemmi

I blame the video games. NFL is a very violent sport

No need looking for a bogeyman. Gamers are generally a very peaceful bunch, who know where to draw the line between playing the killer and becoming the killer.

I am not big on the scene, anymore; I still have an old PS4 console in the house I shared with my wife and kids, and I haven't touched it in years but the kids have.

This whole "video games create evil" bullshit theory is dated as fuck. Just like "heavy metal is the Devil's music", if you're old enough to remember that craziness.

JakeHarper · #8 04-24-2020, 02:30 AM

Dying while being surrounded by arcade machines. As a private collector, this would be the best way for me.

fattubbashit · #9 04-24-2020, 03:08 AM

What a fucking loser. Literally and metaphorically.

Fucking serious business.

I mean I slash up every time I get banned from DR but this is next level pathetic

hca66 · #10 04-24-2020, 07:01 AM

The true definition of "a bad loser"...
Sadly he took two innocent peoples lives and injured more.
In the screen grab one of the victims [in red],and others appeared to be having such fun..Tragic.....

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