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Infamous Abortionist Kermit Gosnell Dead At 85
Kermit Gosnell was sentenced to life in prison for murdering three newborn infants born alive in illegal late-term abortions by cutting their spinal cords with scissors, but he likely killed thousands more.
TL;DR
- Kermit Gosnell, an abortionist sentenced to life in prison for murdering three newborn infants, has died at age 85.
- Gosnell was convicted of three counts of first-degree murder, involuntary manslaughter, illegal late-term abortions, and violating waiting period laws.
- Investigators believe Gosnell killed thousands of babies born alive in his "house of horrors" abortion facility.
- His clinic was characterized by filth, unsanitary conditions, reused instruments, and the storage of fetal remains in various containers.
- Gosnell also caused devastating injuries to female patients, including torn organs and infections requiring extensive medical intervention.
- Pennsylvania authorities, including the Department of Health under Governor Tom Ridge, are criticized for failing to inspect abortion clinics, contributing to Gosnell's ability to operate unchecked.
- The clinic was only shut down after a federal investigation into drug dealing, leading to a raid and subsequent public exposure of the horrific conditions.
- The article draws parallels to other abortion facilities, including Planned Parenthood, facing allegations of botched abortions and poor conditions.