Trial Underway in $40 Million Lawsuit Over Teacher Shot by 6-Year-Old Student
Testimony is currently underway in a high-profile civil trial concerning a $40 million lawsuit filed by Abby Zwerner, a teacher who was shot by her 6-year-old student at Richneck Elementary School. In her emotional testimony, Zwerner recounted the harrowing moment when she was shot, stating, "I thought I had died." The trial has also featured testimony from school staff, who claimed they had warned administrators about the possibility of violence from the student, yet no action was taken to search him for a weapon. Bodycam footage has been released, showing the immediate aftermath of the incident. The case has drawn significant attention as it explores the responsibilities of school officials in ensuring student safety.
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