New surveillance video shows Oklahoma principal tackling gunman
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Surveillance video shows an Oklahoma high school principal tackling a gunman during an active shooter incident.
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New surveillance video shows a high school principal in Oklahoma tackling a gunman in the school lobby. The principal held the assailant down until another staffer kicked the weapon away, preventing further harm. This heroic intervention occurred during an active shooter incident at the school. Although the principal was shot, he is currently in stable condition following the confrontation. The video provides a clear account of the principal's actions to protect students and staff.
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Oklahoma Principal Stops School Shooter
An Oklahoma high school principal is being hailed as a hero after surveillance video captured him tackling an armed former student who admitted he wanted to conduct a school shooting inspired by Columbine.
Oklahoma High School Principal Tackles Gunman
A high school principal in Oklahoma heroically tackled a gunman who opened fire at the school, subduing the suspect and preventing further harm. Surveillance video of the incident has been widely circulated, highlighting the principal's bravery.
Oklahoma Principal Tackles School Gunman
A high school principal in Oklahoma heroically tackled and disarmed a gunman who had entered the school, preventing a potential tragedy. Surveillance video of the incident has been widely circulated.
Oklahoma High School Principal Stops Gunman
An Oklahoma high school principal heroically disarmed a gunman who opened fire in the school, tackling the suspect and sustaining a gunshot wound to the leg. Surveillance video captured the incident, showing the principal's quick action in preventing further harm.
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