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Hero dad describes taking down Oregon school shooter: "I see faces, I hear voices, I hear screams"
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- Kaylub Giamanco, a 36-year-old carpenter and father of two, fatally shot a gunman at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, after witnessing the shooter attacking the school and children.
- Giamanco described his quick, panicked response, including calling 911 briefly before entering the school and confronting the shooter, ultimately shooting him multiple times to stop further harm.
- The shooting resulted in four deaths, including three children and a teacher, with additional injuries; Giamanco expressed deep remorse for those he could not save.
- Praised by Oregon officials and the community for his bravery, Giamanco is now speaking out about the trauma and his desire to use his experience to advocate for improved school safety.
- Despite initial reluctance to seek attention, Giamanco hopes to raise funds for local schools and leverage his newfound platform to effect positive change.
