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Bernie Goetz became known as the "Subway Vigilante" after he shot four teenagers on a New York City subway train in 1984, claiming he felt threatened during an attempted mugging. The incident sparked a national debate about crime, self-defense, and vigilantism. Goetz was acquitted of attempted murder but convicted of illegal firearm possession. He later faced various legal troubles and controversies, including civil suits related to the shooting.

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