14-year-old suspect in Apalachee High School shooting booked in juvenile jail
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Four people were killed and nine others were injured Wednesday when a 14-year-old student allegedly opened fire inside Apalachee High School in Winder, GA. The suspect has been booked in juvenile jail as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. This incident has raised alarms about gun violence in schools and has led to public calls for more comprehensive discussions on safety measures. Notably, Parkland shooting survivor David Hogg has urged Georgia lawmakers to engage in meaningful conversations about gun control. Memorials for the victims have begun to grow, with community members gathering to mourn the tragedy.
The event has sparked a renewed focus on the need for legislative reform to address gun violence in educational environments.