John Lennon's Death
On December 8, 1980, John Lennon was assassinated outside his apartment building. The shooter, Mark David Chapman, was found a few blocks away reading The Catcher in the Rye.
Public Reaction
John Lennon's fans were greatly upset by this. They showed their sadness in many different ways.
The Killer
Mark David Chapman is currently serving his jail sentence. His sentence was 20 years to life. He is currently in Attica State Prison.