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Uvalde officers indicted by grand jury for shooting response.

Two cops indictment reveals the grand jury's view of the Robb Elementary response.

Published June 27, 2024 at 4:49pm by Tony Plohetski

Grand jury indicts two ex-officers over Uvalde school shooting response

Uvalde – A grand jury has indicted two ex-officers over their response to the Robb Elementary School shooting. The officers, whose names are unknown, face charges of "injury to a child by omission," according to officials. (#)The indictments come after a six-month investigation (#) and intense pressure from victims' families. (#)

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"This is a significant development, but it's just the beginning," said a victim's family member, who wished to remain anonymous. "We will not rest until all those responsible for this tragedy are held accountable."

The officers face up to two years in prison and a $10,000 fine if convicted. (#) The grand jury's investigation included testimony from Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steve McCraw, who strongly criticized the police response to the shooting. (#)

The indictments contradict the initial narrative presented by authorities, who claimed that responding officers had acted heroically. (#) However, this was dismantled by media outlets who obtained footage of the incident. (#)

The shooting, which took place on May 24, 2022, resulted in the deaths of 19 children and two teachers. (#) A report by the U.S. Department of Justice cited "failed leadership, training, and policies" as factors that contributed to the tragic outcome. (#)

Uvalde officers indicted by grand jury for shooting response.

Grand jury indicts two ex-officers over Uvalde school shooting response

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