A high school senior who plans to become a Marine after graduation was among the students who tackled a gunmanBrendan Bialy attends the STEM School Highlands Ranch, which is not far from the site of the Columbine High School shooting 20 years ago.Bialy's father, Brad, confirmed to NBC News that the teenager and other classmates tackled and disarmed one of the two shooters.
"We are deeply saddened for the victims, families, friends, and community on this tragic day," the Bialy family said in an emailed statement issued by lawyer Mark L. Bryant."We'd like to commend the immediate response of law enforcement and assure all we are strong with the love of our families, community, friends, and every one sending concern, wishes, and strength. We will persevere."The shooting took place after 2 p.m. on Tuesday.
The family of Kendrick Castillo, 18, confirmed to NBC News that he was the student killed during the shooting.
He be a great solider for the Marine Corps. It's a heroes story. Guns still have no place in school.
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You've just earned your first medal young man ! BlessYou
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I bet trump doesn't award this kid a Medal!. His medals reserved for the Rich!. Life is full of heroes who step up when least expected!. Kudo's kid!
God bless this young man. There are heroes among us.
So proud to share a country with this beautiful brave young man USMC !
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Thank God for heroes. My question is where are kids getting guns at . Parents should be held responsible.
He’s a hero, but it sure would nice if he wasn’t the kind of hero we need... ever.
Instead of focusing on the problem as usually. The media is switching the message to deflect from the problem.
The Few. The Proud.