In a chilling recount, a student survivor of the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting described how a gunman opened fire through the church windows as classmates gathered for Mass. The attack left two children dead and wounded 18 others, authorities say.
"We heard loud cracks like thunder," the survivor said. "I saw windows shatter and students diving for cover under the pews."
According to police, the shooter targeted the chapel during morning Mass, sowing panic among the school community.
The tragedy has sent shockwaves far beyond Minneapolis, renewing global conversations on protecting educational spaces and supporting communities after violence.
For the survivor, the path forward is clear: "We can't live in fear. We need to come together to make schools safe again."
As families and officials seek answers, this story of resilience underscores the urgent need to address school safety challenges worldwide.
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