Uvalde Shooting: Family's Call to Action

UVALDE – Newly released documents reveal that Armando Ramos, the uncle of the Robb Elementary School shooter, made several 911 calls during the tragic incident, urging police to allow him to speak with his nephew in an attempt to persuade him to surrender. Ramos expressed hope that his relationship with the shooter could lead to a peaceful resolution, stating, "Maybe he could listen to me because he does listen to me." The shooting resulted in the deaths of 21 individuals, including 19 students and two teachers. The documents also shed light on the shooter's troubling past, including a 2018 police report that highlighted concerns from a fellow student regarding the shooter's fixation on the Columbine school shooting. The report indicated that the shooter had expressed a desire to replicate such an attack, motivated by experiences of bullying and teasing. This context raises questions about the warning signs that may have been overlooked prior to the tragedy. In addition to the 911 calls, the release includes hours of video and audio recordings, along with numerous written accounts from Uvalde Police Department officers who responded to the scene. These reports vary in length, with some spanning several pages while others are brief summaries, providing a comprehensive overview of the police response during the crisis. Furthermore, a compilation of 1,300 emails sent to then-Mayor Don McLaughlin was reviewed, revealing a mix of support from other mayors, media inquiries, and criticism aimed at the Uvalde Police Department's handling of the situation. The documents contribute to the ongoing investigation and public discourse surrounding the tragic events of that day.