Following a school shooting, false claims that the perpetrator, Natalie Rupnow, was transgender rapidly spread online. These unfounded accusations, fueled by previous instances of similar misinformation, are part of a larger pattern used to attack transgender individuals. Representative Mark Pocan vehemently denounced the spread of this hateful rhetoric, directly criticizing those who perpetuated the false claims. Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes also confirmed that Rupnow’s gender identity was unknown and irrelevant to the investigation.
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Following a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, parents rushed to the scene to reunite with their children at a nearby SSM Health clinic. Bethany Highman, one such parent, briefly connected with her daughter via FaceTime, confirming her safety while remaining largely uninformed about the specifics of the incident. Highman expressed the surreal nature of the event and the overwhelming parental instinct to prioritize children’s safety above all else. She conveyed anger and devastation, particularly for families experiencing loss.
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A 17-year-old female student opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, resulting in the deaths of a teacher and another student, and injuries to six others. The shooter, who died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, used a 9mm pistol. Police are investigating the motive and have not yet released further details about the shooter. The school, which implemented lockdown procedures effectively, is working to support students and families.
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A shooting at Madison Abundant Life Christian School resulted in five fatalities, including one child, and at least seven injuries ranging in severity. A student suspect is deceased; law enforcement did not discharge their weapons. The reunification area is the SSM Health/Dean Clinic on Stoughton Road, and authorities are asking the public to avoid the area. Multiple agencies are assisting in the ongoing investigation.
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Glenn Litton, a 56-year-old homeless man with a lengthy criminal and mental health history, is identified as the suspect in the Butte County school shooting. Litton, who had a history of fraud, theft, and other offenses, used a false identity to gain access to the school before opening fire, wounding two kindergarten students. Following the shooting, Litton died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Investigations suggest the attack was an isolated incident stemming from Litton’s delusional beliefs about an organization he claimed affiliation with.
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John Q. Hosedrinker