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Uvalde's Blood-Soaked Files Expose Truth About Robb Elementary Massacre
The majority-white Uvalde municipality unveiled partial records related to the racially-motivated Robb Elementary School shooting.
Published August 10, 2024 at 12:02pm by Tony Plohetski
Breaking: Uvalde Releases Docs on Robb Elementary Shooting; Footage Shows Cops Inaction
The city of Uvalde, Texas, has finally released a trove of records [url to records release] regarding the Robb Elementary School shooting on May 24, 2022. This marks a significant development and the largest disclosure of information to date.
Warning: The content described below may be disturbing to some readers.
The Truth is Out:
- Body-cam and Dash-cam Footage: Videos show the horrific inaction of law enforcement, with heavily armed officers from multiple agencies standing around for 77 minutes while a gunman massacred 19 fourth graders and two teachers.
- 911 Calls and Texts: These reveal the desperate pleas for help from those inside the school and the frustratingly slow response from authorities.
- Redacted Documents: Other redacted materials provide additional context to the tragic event.
A Shameful Display:
The American-Statesman and KVUE (Austin ABC) obtained surveillance footage [url to surv. footage] months ago, showing the disturbing truth of that day. Dozens of officers, equipped with military-grade gear, did nothing while children and teachers were slaughtered.
A Systemic Failure:
Despite a judge ruling in favor of transparency, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has failed to release records, citing objections from the Uvalde County DA. This resistance to accountability is unacceptable and an insult to the victims and their families.
Justice Denied:
The Uvalde school district and sheriff's office have also been ordered to release records, but these are currently being withheld pending an appeal. This delay only serves to protect those who failed our children.
The Bottom Line:
These documents and videos reveal a shameful display of cowardice and incompetence by law enforcement at all levels. While they were equipped to stop the gunman, they stood by and did nothing.
The families of the victims deserve justice and immediate release of all records. #NeverAgain #GunControlNow #Uvalde
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