April 15, 1984 in New York history

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41 years ago on April 15th, 1984

The "Palm Sunday Massacre" mass shooting in East New York kills 10 family members

The murders took place in the downstairs apartment of 1080 Liberty Avenue. The killer was convicted on lesser charges due to his emotional state, and only served 32 years in prison before being released.


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🌞 Weather Records 🌞

Record High: 87°F in 1941
Record Low: 28°F in 1943

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