Iowa High School Shooter Attempted to Livestream Attack

A chilling report on the January high school shooting in Perry, Iowa, offers new insights into the tragic event. The report reveals that the shooter, 17-year-old Perry High School student Dylan Butler, attempted to livestream his attack. As students and staff gathered for breakfast on January 4, Butler, armed with multiple weapons, emerged from a bathroom and opened fire in the school commons. Within moments, he fatally shot 11-year-old Ahmir Jolliff, wounded four other students, and critically injured Principal Dan Marburger, who did not survive.

The investigation, conducted by the Dallas County Attorney's Office, highlights the immediate response by school authorities. Principal Marburger and Assistant Principal Brad Snowgren moved toward the gunfire, with Snowgren triggering an alarm to report the shooting to first responders within seconds. A police officer entered the school in less than two minutes, notably faster than initially reported. Despite being injured, Marburger confronted Butler twice, pleading for him to stop. The principal was shot again, and died from his injuries days later.

Dallas County Attorney Jeannine Ritchie stated that Butler acted independently, with no one else aware of his plans. The report indicates Butler's actions were motivated by a desire for suicide and an intent to harm others. Investigators have not determined how Butler acquired the shotgun, suspected to have been taken without the owner's knowledge. Despite previous interactions with school staff, Butler was not involved in prior threats or investigations. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)