From New York Post · · 1m 10s
Olympian Claims Biggest Comeback After Shooting Equestrian
Michael Barisone, a former Olympian, claims he's preparing for the biggest comeback in sports history after shooting an equestrian in the chest.
In brief
Michael Barisone, a former Olympian, claims he's preparing for the biggest comeback in sports history after shooting an equestrian in the chest. Michael Barisone, 62, a former 2008 Beijing Olympian, claims he's preparing for the biggest comeback in sports history after shooting Lauren Kanarek in the chest in August…
Michael Barisone's Claim
Michael Barisone, 62, a former 2008 Beijing Olympian, claims he's preparing for the biggest comeback story in sports history.
“the biggest comeback story in the history of sports”
Insanity Defense Outcome
Barisone was found not guilty by reason of insanity in April 2022 after shooting Lauren Kanarek in August 2019.
“found not guilty by reason of insanity”
Release and Farm
Barisone was released from psychiatric state custody in November 2023 and runs a dressage farm in Loxahatchee, Florida.
“released from psychiatric state custody”
Barisone's Victim Claim
Barisone calls himself a 'terrific guy who snapped' and claims his victims are the 'scum of the earth'.
“terrific guy who snapped”
Shooting Details
Barisone shot Lauren Kanarek twice in the chest, who told 911 she was shot in the heart.
“I’ve been shot in the heart”
Barisone's Memoir
Barisone is writing a memoir called 'Pure Evil' claiming his old self died from a shattered dream and broken heart.
“Pure Evil”
The main idea
Michael Barisone, 62, a former 2008 Beijing Olympian, claims he's preparing for the biggest comeback in sports history after shooting Lauren Kanarek in the chest in August 2019.
