Teacher shot by 6-year-old in Virginia classroom to sue district

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On the day of the shooting, concerned teachers and employees warned administrators three times that the boy had a gun on him and was threatening other students, the teacher's lawyer said.

during class will sue the school district, the teacher’s attorney announced Wednesday., said Wednesday that on the day of the shooting, concerned teachers and employees warned administrators three times that the boy had a gun on him and was threatening other students, “but the administration could not be bothered.”

Police Chief Steve Drew has repeatedly characterized the shooting as “intentional,” saying the boy aimed at Zwerner and fired one round, striking her in the hand and chest. Zwerner was hospitalized for nearly two weeks but is now recovering at home, a hospital spokesperson said. A school sign wishing students a Happy New Year stands outside Richneck Elementary School on Jan. 7, 2023, in Newport News, Virginia, where a 6-year-old boy reportedly shot his teacher.

 

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Sue the Commonwealth, the NRA, etc.

Should sue parents as well

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