John Hinckley Jr.

John Hinckley Jr. is an American who is known for attempting to assassinate U.S. President Ronald Reagan in 1981, aiming to impress actress Jodie Foster. His motive was influenced by his obsession with her. The attack wounded Reagan and three others but did not kill anyone. Hinckley was arrested and later found not guilty by reason of insanity, leading to a long hospitalization. After decades of treatment, he was gradually released from institutional custody under certain conditions. His case raised discussions about mental health, the criminal justice system, and gun control policies in the United States.