Uvalde School Shooting 911 Calls Released

Footage from the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, on May 24, 2022, has been released by city officials, revealing police officers moving through the hallways while gunman Salvador Ramos killed 19 students and two teachers. The release of this footage, along with audio from frantic 911 calls made by terrified teachers and students, follows a lawsuit by the Associated Press and other media outlets after officials initially withheld the information. The delayed police response, which saw nearly 400 officers wait over 70 minutes before confronting the shooter, has drawn widespread condemnation. The released audio includes distressing calls from teachers inside the school, with one describing "a lot, a whole lot of gunshots," while another sobbed as she pleaded for help. The calls highlight the chaos and fear experienced during the attack, with one teacher urging dispatchers to "hurry." The police response involved numerous agencies, including U.S. Border Patrol and state police, yet many officers expressed fear for their safety in the aftermath, feeling blamed for the delayed intervention. Families of the victims have voiced their anger over the slow release of documents, with some suggesting that earlier action could have saved lives. The Uvalde city officials released the records as part of a settlement agreement, despite opposition from the district attorney, who is preparing to prosecute school district officers for their inaction. The incident has sparked ongoing debates about law enforcement protocols and accountability in active shooter situations.