Florida shooting: minute-by-minute account of gunman Nikolas Cruz shows he arrived at school by Uber and later visited McDonald’s after killing 17
The suspect escaped the scene by dropping his rifle and backpack and mixing in with the crowd of fleeing students
Police arrested Nikolas Cruz, 19, for Wednesday’s shooting deaths at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.
He is being held without bail. An arrest affidavit said Cruz had confessed to the shootings.
Here is how the incident unfolded, according to police and court records (times are approximate):
2:19pm: Police say Cruz is dropped off at the school by an Uber driver. The school is preparing for dismissal as he arrives so the gates are unlocked to allow cars and buses to enter.
Wearing a school shirt, he carries a black duffle bag and a black backpack inside.
A school staffer recognises Cruz and warns a co-worker by radio.