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crime-and-safety2 years ago•10 min saved

"Perry Tragedy: Remembering Ahmir Jolliff and the Call for Gun-Safety Action"

Ahmir Jolliff, an 11-year-old sixth-grader known for his joyful demeanor, was tragically killed in a school shooting at Perry High School in Iowa. The incident occurred on the first day back from winter break when a 17-year-old student, Dylan Butler, opened fire in the cafeteria, wounding seven others before dying from a self-inflicted gunshot. Ahmir's mother, Erica Jolliff, expressed condolences for the shooter's family and highlighted the need for better student support systems in schools. The community is mourning the loss and grappling with the aftermath of the violence.

via KCCI Des Moines|

##ahmirjolliff #crime-and-safety

crime-and-safety2 years ago•11 min saved

"Perry School Shooting Raises Questions on Motives and Gun Laws as Victim Toll Rises"

Dylan Butler, a 17-year-old student, carried out a school shooting at Perry High School in Iowa, killing an 11-year-old student and wounding seven others before taking his own life. Investigators are examining Butler's social media and background for a motive and how he obtained the firearms. The school's principal and other staff members are hailed as heroes for their actions during the incident. The community is in mourning, with classes canceled and support being offered to those affected.

via KCCI Des Moines|

##crime-and-safety #dylanbutler

crime-and-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

"Iowa School Shooting: Remembering the Victim and Investigating the Shooter's Online Warning"

In Perry, Iowa, officials have released the name of the student killed in a school shooting as 11-year-old Ahmir Jolliff. The shooter, 17-year-old Dylan Butler, took his own life after the incident. The total number of victims has risen to seven, including PHS Principal Dan Marburger, who is in critical condition but acted heroically to protect students. The investigation is ongoing, with digital evidence being reviewed. Perry's mayor and school officials provided updates, including the cancellation of high school classes for the following week and the provision of mental health support. A fund has been established to support the school community.

via WOWT|

##ahmirjolliff #crime-and-safety

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Iowa School Shooting Sparks Political Divide on Gun Control Amid Presidential Race"

The recent school shooting in Perry, Iowa, has brought the issue of gun control to the forefront of the Republican presidential caucuses. Candidates like Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump have offered condolences but emphasized mental health and school security rather than gun law reform. The incident has prompted questions from voters and has become a topic of discussion at campaign events, with candidates largely sticking to their standard political rhetoric. Some voters express a desire to focus on other issues, while experts like former FBI agent Kate Schweit criticize the avoidance of discussing changes to gun laws as part of addressing mass shootings.

via The Associated Press|

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