Aurora theater shooting

The Aurora theater shooting occurred on July 20, 2012, during a midnight screening of "The Dark Knight Rises" in Aurora, Colorado. A gunman, James Holmes, entered the theater armed with firearms and opened fire, killing 12 people and injuring dozens more. The attack prompted national discussions about gun control, mental health, and public safety. Holmes was arrested at the scene and later found guilty of multiple charges, receiving a life sentence without parole. The tragedy shook the community and sparked ongoing conversations about preventing similar acts of violence in public spaces.