When Did John Lennon Die
John Lennon died on December 8, 1980, in New York City. He was shot outside his apartment building, the Dakota, shortly before 11 p.m. He was pronounced dead at a local hospital shortly after arrival.
Who Killed John Lennon
Mark David Chapman shot John Lennon four times in the back. Chapman was a fan who had approached Lennon earlier that evening for an autograph. He remained at the scene and was arrested by police.
Where Did John Lennon Die
John Lennon was shot on the west side of the Dakota building on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. He was taken to Roosevelt Hospital, where doctors were unable to save him. His death was widely reported and led to global mourning.
For more details on the events surrounding the death of John Lennon, see the John Lennon biography.
