Stand Your Ground defense claimed in fatal shooting at Florida McDonald's.
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A 16-year-old boy was arrested in connection with a shooting that left two people dead outside a Tallahassee McDonald's, which is being investigated as a Stand Your Ground case. The incident began with an argument involving the victims and others on basketball courts next to the Palmer Munroe Teen Center. The shooting left Trenton Tompkins, 21, and an 18-year-old man dead. The juvenile fled the scene but was later detained. The controversial 2005 Stand Your Ground law says people can use deadly force if they believe it necessary to prevent death or serious bodily harm.
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