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Nashville school shooter bought seven guns

Police say the transgender shooter legally purchased weapons despite suffering emotional disorder

Police body camera footage released shows the moments law enforcement entered the Covenant School on Monday morning—searching for the shooter, identified as 28-year-old Audrey Hale, a transgender artist and former student of the private Christian school.

On the second floor of the building, police neutralised the shooter who they say had just killed three nine-year-old students and three adult school staff members.

Officers are being held heroes for their quick action.

According to authorities, the shooter had targeted the school and had a manifesto along with maps.

Officials say Nashville school shooter legally purchased seven guns despite serious emotional issues that required a doctor’s attention.

A Nashville church held a memorial service for the victims of the massacre.

Outside the Covenant School, people are leaving candles, teddy bears, and flowers for the victims.

The Nashville police chief says the motive and Monday’s attack remains unknown.

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