Although Virginia law does not set a minimum age for criminal prosecution, the traditional principles of criminal justice "don't really apply" when the offender is so young, one legal expert said. Source: A 6-year-old shooter raises difficult questions for the criminal justice system
Newport News: Condition of teacher shot by child improving
Abby Zwerner suffered life-threatening injuries after being shot by a six-year-old student on Friday. Source: Newport News: Condition of teacher shot by child improving
Elementary School Teacher Shot by 6-Year Old in Virginia, Police Say
Suspect is in custody; no other injuries were reported Source: Elementary School Teacher Shot by 6-Year Old in Virginia, Police Say
‘How does it keep happening?’ Beech Grove High School teacher hoping to be a part of ending gun violence
“I’m a high school teacher and unfortunately gun violence is something that I have to think about all the time,” Giddings said. INDIANAPOLIS — Three simple words are printed on a flag at home off Linwood Avenue on the city’s east side — “End gun violence." Indianapolis resident and Beech Grove High School Teacher Trevor … Continue reading ‘How does it keep happening?’ Beech Grove High School teacher hoping to be a part of ending gun violence