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The attorney, Christopher Eskew, said "thoughts prayers, and condolences go out to those involved." "We understand the public has unanswered questions at this time," the statement said.Jun 5, 2018

What happened to the students at Noblesville High School?

How old was Jason Seaman when he was shot?

Why is the name of the suspect withheld?

What gun did the suspect have?

Can a 13 year old be charged as an adult?

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What happened to the Noblesville West Middle School shooter?

On November 14, 2018, the shooter (who had confessed to the shooting) was sentenced to juvenile prison until he turns 18. Judge Felix determined that the Indiana Department of Correction may decide to put the shooter on probation until he turns 18.

What happened at Noblesville Middle School?

— Four years ago Wednesday, a student opened fire in a classroom at Noblesville West Middle School. He shot his classmate, Ella Whistler, and teacher Jason Seaman, before Seaman heroically wrestled the student to the ground. Seaman hasn't spoken publicly about the violence in his classroom in several years.

Who shot Ella Whistler?

teacher Jason Seaman— Friday marks four years since the shooting inside Noblesville West Middle School. A student opened fire, shooting classmate Ella Whistler and teacher Jason Seaman. Seaman then took down the gunman. The 13-year-old boy was ordered to a juvenile detention facility until his 18th birthday.

How old is Ella Whistler?

Ella's Parents Ella Whistler, a 13-year-old student, was shot seven times in the attack. She spent weeks in the hospital recovering from injuries. Ella decided not to testify because she never wants to see the accused shooter again, her mom said at the hearing.

What time does Noblesville High School get out?

Standard School Day: 8:40 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.

What time does Noblesville East Middle School start?

Standard School day: 8:40 a.m. - 3:40 p.m. Delayed start day on Wednesdays 21-22: 9:20 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.

What happened Ella Whistler?

Ella Whistler and her parents, Cory and Julia Whistler, filed a civil lawsuit against the shooter's parents Nov. 19, nearly six months after she was shot seven times in her science classroom and days after a judge sent the boy to a juvenile detention facility.

Where was Ella Whistler shot?

Noblesville West Middle SchoolShock and terror remain after a student and teacher were shot at Noblesville West Middle School. NOBLESVILLE — Two years ago, our community was changed forever when a 13-year-old shot his teacher and a classmate at Noblesville West Middle School. Ella Whistler and Jason Seaman both survived.

Audio details moments after Noblesville school shooting

NOBLESVILLE, Ind. – We’re now getting a minute by minute account of how the shooting at Noblesville West Middle School unfolded. Friday, CBS4 obtained police dispatch audio from the day of the ...

Noblesville School Shooting: Suspect In Custody, 1 Student & 1 Teacher ...

Last Updated: May 25 at 11:30 p.m. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Authorities say a student is in critical condition and a teacher is stable after they were injured in a shooting ...

What happened to the students at Noblesville High School?

Students were evacuated to the Noblesville High School gym. The Noblesville Police Chief stated that there was a secondary threat made at Noblesville High School, that was only a communicated threat but still prompted police to secure the area.

How old was Jason Seaman when he was shot?

13-year-old male. The Noblesville West Middle School shooting occurred on May 25, 2018 in Noblesville, Indiana when a 13-year-old student shot and injured teacher Jason Seaman and student Ella Whistler. In response, Seaman wrestled the shooter to the ground. The school later reopened.

Why is the name of the suspect withheld?

However, most news outlets withheld reporting the name of the suspect because of his juvenile status and because he would not be charged as an adult. A Noblesville Police Department spokesperson reported that the perpetrator had not been placed in the system prior to the incident at the school.

What gun did the suspect have?

Prosecutors have reported that at the time of his arrest the perpetrator possessed .22 caliber gun, a .45 caliber gun and a knife. Classmates and friends of the perpetrator claim that he was normally friendly and funny, and openly interacted with other students.

Can a 13 year old be charged as an adult?

A later announcement stated that the perpetrator could not be charged as an adult, as under current state law, a child 13 years of age can only be tried in adult court if the attempt to murder an individual results in death.

Who heard the shots in Noblesville?

Reports Sunday said it was the Noblesville Police School Resource Officer Michael Steffen that heard the shots, rushed to the classroom and, police told local media, and another police officer reported that Steffen “helped stop shooter after Jason Seaman tackled him” and then attended to the injured.

When was the shooting at Noblesville West Middle School?

Getty Staff and students comfort each other outside Noblesville West Middle School after the shooting Friday, May 25.

Why was Noblesville High School on lockdown?

As parents were arriving at Noblesville High School to pick up their kids the school was placed on lockdown after a threat of a shooting was received. After a period of time, with scores of anxious parents outside, SWAT and K9 swept the school and it was all clear.

What time did the Noblesville shooting happen?

Police said law enforcement officers from local, county, state and federal agencies responded to the call of an active shooter that came just after 9 a.m., during the first class period of the school day, and were on the scene within minutes. The school resource officer from the Noblesville Police Department responded immediately, police said.

What grade was Luke Daniels in Noblesville?

Some students took matters into their own hands in an effort to keep classmates safe. “Luke Daniels, a 7th grader at #Noblesville West Middle School says he along with other students were cuddled together, crying & prayer after they heard shots fired,” local media reported.

What floor was the shot fired report?

A “shots fired” report came from the second floor of the building and SWAT was on scene and a helicopter was requested.

Who is the superintendent of Noblesville Schools?

Noblesville Schools Superintendent Dr. Beth Niedermeyer issued a letter to students, famines and the community as a whole.

How old was the boy who shot his teacher?

HAMILTON COUNTY, Ind. — The 13-year-old boy who admitted to shooting his teacher and his classmate at Noblesville West Middle School was ordered by the judge to serve time in a juvenile detention center until he’s 18 years old. He was remanded to the custody of the Indiana Department of Corrections ...

Why did Felix decide to shoot the shooter?

Felix said he made the decision based on the shooter’s apparent lack of remorse and continued danger to those around him. The judge also pointed out that the shooter comes from a stable, caring, and supportive family and community.

How many times was Jason Seaman shot?

Whistler survived after being shot seven times. Seaman was shot three times. He testified last week that the teen returned to his classroom from a bathroom break and started shooting.

What did Seaman throw at the boy?

Seaman said he threw a mini basketball at the boy as he fired shots, and then tackled the youth and disarmed him.

How old can you be to be tried for murder?

Someone as young as 12 years old can be tried as an adult for murder, but the statute has been interpreted to not include attempted murder, he said.

Can a 13 year old be in adult court?

But his case cannot be heard in adult court because under current Indiana law a child who is 13 can only be waived to adult court if his attempt to commit murder “is actually successful,” according to Hamilton County Prosecutor D. Lee Buckingham.

What happened to the students at Noblesville High School?

Students were evacuated to the Noblesville High School gym. The Noblesville Police Chief stated that there was a secondary threat made at Noblesville High School, that was only a communicated threat but still prompted police to secure the area.

How old was Jason Seaman when he was shot?

13-year-old male. The Noblesville West Middle School shooting occurred on May 25, 2018 in Noblesville, Indiana when a 13-year-old student shot and injured teacher Jason Seaman and student Ella Whistler. In response, Seaman wrestled the shooter to the ground. The school later reopened.

Why is the name of the suspect withheld?

However, most news outlets withheld reporting the name of the suspect because of his juvenile status and because he would not be charged as an adult. A Noblesville Police Department spokesperson reported that the perpetrator had not been placed in the system prior to the incident at the school.

What gun did the suspect have?

Prosecutors have reported that at the time of his arrest the perpetrator possessed .22 caliber gun, a .45 caliber gun and a knife. Classmates and friends of the perpetrator claim that he was normally friendly and funny, and openly interacted with other students.

Can a 13 year old be charged as an adult?

A later announcement stated that the perpetrator could not be charged as an adult, as under current state law, a child 13 years of age can only be tried in adult court if the attempt to murder an individual results in death.

Overview

The Noblesville West Middle School shooting occurred on May 25, 2018 in Noblesville, Indiana when a 13-year-old student shot and injured teacher Jason Seaman and student Ella Whistler. In response, Seaman wrestled the shooter to the ground. The school later reopened. The shooter confessed to the shooting and is serving time in a juvenile detention center.

Shooting

The shooter asked to be excused during a science test. He returned to the classroom with two handguns and fired at two people: a thirteen-year-old student; Ella Whistler and the assailant's science teacher. The science teacher, Jason Seaman, threw a basketball at the assailant before wrestling him to the ground, sustaining bullet wounds in the process. Students recounted that Seaman was yelling at the students to shut up and to evacuate from the room. Seaman later sta…

Perpetrator

The Hamilton County prosecutors publicly released the name of the perpetrator and identified him as a male 13-year old Noblesville West Middle School student. However, most news outlets withheld reporting the name of the suspect because of his juvenile status and because he would not be charged as an adult.
A Noblesville Police Department spokesperson reported that the perpetrator had not been place…

Investigation

A Public Information Officer Lt. Bruce A. Barnes for the Noblesville Police Department stated that the investigation was ongoing after the perpetrator was apprehended, and that numerous search warrants had been issued. The security video from the school was also reviewed as part of the investigation.

Legal proceedings

The perpetrator was in court for arraignment under a closed hearing, with no public allowed in the juvenile detention hearing in the Hamilton County Circuit Court.
The Prosecutor of the case sent a statement to the media in regards to the perpetrator and the shooting. In it, the Prosecutor states that only when a petition has been filed alleging the teen is a delinquent as a result of an alleged act that would be a felony under an adult, then very limited in…

Reactions

Representatives Susan Brooks, Andre Carson, Todd Rokita, Luke Messer, Senators Joe Donnelly and Todd Young, Indianapolis mayor Joe Hogsett, March For Our Lives, US President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence all expressed reactions to the shooting.
The Indianapolis Colts invited Ella Whistler and her family to Colts training camp and gave them a standing ovation on July 30, 2018.

See also

• List of school shootings in the United States
• Noblesville Schools