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Community Aid for Perry High: Nearly $145,000 Raised to Support Victims of School Shooting

Perry, IA – Almost a month after a tragic shooting at Perry High School, the community has rallied to raise nearly $145,000 to support victims who experienced the horrifying event firsthand. On January 4, the lives of two people were tragically cut short: an 11-year-old student, Ahmir Jolliff, and the school’s principal, Dan Marburger. Several other students and staff members were also injured in the incident that ended when the alleged shooter, 17-year-old student Dylan …

Gunman kills student and wounds five at Perry High School in Iowa

PERRY, Iowa — A tragic incident unfolded at Perry High School near Des Moines, Iowa, where a 17-year-old gunman took the life of a sixth-grade student and injured five others. The wounded individuals included four students and a school administrator, with the school’s principal, Dan Marburger, among those harmed. This devastating attack marked one of several mass shootings in the United States in 2024, reflecting a concerning trend of violence in the country. Authorities identified …

Active Shooter Reported at Perry High School: Multiple Victims Shot, Suspected Shooter Believed Dead

Perry, Iowa — Law enforcement responded to reports of a shooting at Perry High School on Thursday morning, with multiple people being shot. Sheriff Adam Infante of Dallas County confirmed the incident and mentioned that emergency responders arrived on the scene within minutes of the active shooter alert at 7:37 a.m. The situation at the school was brought under control quickly, with law enforcement ensuring there was no further danger to the public. Details about …

Tragedy Strikes Perry High School in Iowa: Student Killed, Suspected Shooter Dead in Apparent Suicide

Perry, Iowa – An unfortunate incident unfolded at Perry High School on Thursday morning, resulting in the tragic loss of a student’s life and injuries to five others, officials confirmed. The suspected shooter, a student at the high school, also died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, as reported by Mitch Mortvedt, assistant director of the Iowa Department of Public Safety’s Division of Criminal Investigation. Among the victims were five students, including a sixth grader who …

Violent Perry County Attack Leads to Sentencing of 3 Suspects, Trial Dates for Others

PERRY COUNTY, Ind. – A violent attack that occurred in Perry County has resulted in the sentencing of one of the suspects, Dakota Hedinger. Prosecutors announced that Hedinger has been sentenced to 12 years in prison and two years of probation for his role in the assault. The attack, which took place in December of 2022, involved Hedinger, along with Jacob Burch and Elizabeth Potts, luring the victim to a location before repeatedly beating them …

Republican Caucus Sites Moved After Tragic School Shooting in Perry, Iowa

Perry, Iowa is still reeling from the devastating loss of a student and the principal of Perry High School, who were killed when a gunman opened fire on January 4. As the Iowa caucus approached, the Dallas County Republicans made the decision to move caucus sites out of Perry High School. The caucus was relocated to Perry Elementary School by Raymond Knapp, a member of the Dallas County GOP committee, out of respect for the …

Co-Stars of Late Matthew Perry Gather for Emotional Funeral as California Man Accused of Horrific Crime Captures Headlines

Scottsdale, Arizona – Reports indicate that a funeral was held for the late actor Matthew Perry, and many of his “Friends” co-stars gathered at a prominent cemetery in Hollywood. The news comes as another trending story emerges involving a man accused of a heinous crime in California. On November 4, tonight’s top stories include a significant gathering of Matthew Perry’s “Friends” co-stars for his funeral, as well as the arrest of a man accused of …

Iowa Man Uses GPS Tracker to Spell Out Names of Perry Shooting Victims for a Supportive Message

PERRY, Iowa – A man in Iowa is using running as a way to send a supportive message to the community of Perry. Rik Zortman, also known as the “Human Etch-A-Sketch,” utilizes a GPS tracker to trace names, particularly those of children battling cancer. This unique form of support began with the tragic loss of his son, Armstrong, in 2009, and has since led him to trace over 3,500 names. On a chilly day in …

Perry Community Unites to Mourn the Loss of Ahmir Jolliff, Victim of School Shooting

PERRY, Iowa – The Perry community and beyond came together to pay their respects to 11-year-old Ahmir Jolliff, who tragically lost his life in a shooting at Perry High School last week. Hundreds of mourners gathered at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church for his funeral, reflecting the impact and reach of this heartbreaking loss. Pastor Andrea Brownlee delivered a heartfelt eulogy, describing Ahmir as having a spirit that transcended his young age. She shared stories of …

Sixth Grade Student Killed in Perry School Shooting to be Remembered at Visitation and Funeral Service

PERRY, Iowa – Today, the community of Perry is coming together to mourn the loss of eleven-year-old Ahmir Joliff, a sixth grade student who tragically lost his life in last week’s mass shooting at Perry High School. In addition to Joliff’s death, seven other individuals were injured, including the school principal, in the devastating incident that has shaken the small town. The visitation for Ahmir Joliff will be held today from 10 a.m. to 7 …