On March 11, 2005, a routine day at the Fulton County Courthouse turned into a horrific tragedy when Brian Nichols overpowered a deputy, stole a gun, and fatally shot three people.

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — Tuesday marks 20 years since Brian Nichols went on a shooting rampage at the Fulton County Courthouse and killed four people, sparking a giant manhunt.

The usually busy Fulton County Courthouse in downtown Atlanta stood still for a minute on Tuesday as sheriff deputies and civilians paused to reflect on the 20th anniversary of a deadly courthouse ...