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The San Ysidro McDonald’s Massacre: The Case Of James Oliver Huberty

The San Ysidro McDonald’s Massacre: The Case Of James Oliver Huberty

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On a summer afternoon in 1984, the quiet community of San Ysidro, California, was shattered by one of the deadliest attacks in U.S. history. James Oliver Huberty entered a local McDonald’s and carried out a horrifying assault that would claim 21 lives and injure many more.


This tragedy left an indelible scar on America, sparking national conversations about mental health, gun control, and the warning signs of violent behaviour. Huberty’s actions stunned investigators and the public alike, leaving many to ask: could this have been prevented?

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n this episode, we explore Huberty’s troubled background, the warning signs that were missed, and the lasting impact this tragedy had on survivors, families, and U.S. law enforcement response to public attacks.

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Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter

Written by Ben Carter

Produced by Dan J Lambert

Edited by Ben Bonsey

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