Major Nidal Malik Hasan, who has been charged over the Fort Hood shootings, is paralysed from the neck down, according to his lawyer. Photograph: GettyDefense Attorney: Hasan Won't Plead Guilty, May Use Insanity Defense -- ABC News
Retired Col. John Galligan Says Accused Fort Hood Shooter Is Paralyzed From Chest Down and in Severe Pain.
The defense attorney for accused his client will probably plead not guilty and that an insanity defense is possible.
"I anticipate that the plea will be not guilty," said defense attorney John Galligan.
Asked if he was considering an insanity plea for his client, who faces 13 counts of premeditated murder, Galligan said, "I'm fairly confident that that's going to have to at least be examined. And that's problematic. But we haven't reached that stage yet."
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More News On Major Hasan
Suspect in Ft. Hood Shootings to Remain in Hospital -- New York Times
Fort Hood gunman paralysed by bullet wounds, lawyer says -- The Guardian
Fort Hood suspect ordered held until court-martial -- AP
Lawmakers Call Ft. Hood Shootings ‘Terrorism’ -- New York Times
Aftermath of the Fort Hood atrocity -- Financial Times
My Comment: There are always consequences for one's actions .... it pleases me to know that Major Hasan is experiencing those consequences right now.