Crime
Abundant Life Christian School Shooter Natalie Rupnow admired killers like Eric Harris, Dylan Klebold and others
She continued to list other individuals she admired, citing them as sources of inspiration or interest.
The manifesto written by Natalie Rupnow, the 15-year-old identified as the Abundant Life Christian School shooter, has been publicly revealed.
In this document, Rupnow explicitly outlines her motives, grievances, and inspirations, shedding light on her troubling mindset leading up to the tragic event.
Abundant Life Christian School Shooter Natalie Rupnow’s Full Manifesto Revealed
Rupnow’s writings reveal that she deeply admired infamous mass killers, including Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold—perpetrators of the 1999 Columbine High School massacre.
She continued to list other individuals she admired, citing them as sources of inspiration or interest.
The manifesto reflects themes of anger, alienation, and disdain for society, with repeated references to perceived injustices in her life, including experiences of bullying and strained familial relationships.
Additionally, Rupnow expressed a desire for societal upheaval, articulating her frustrations through disturbing rhetoric advocating for revolution and violence.
The manifesto spans multiple pages and details her grievances against classmates, family, and humanity as a whole, with a chilling tone of hopelessness and resentment.
The release of this document provides further insight into Rupnow’s state of mind and the influences that fueled her actions.
Law enforcement officials and mental health experts emphasize the importance of addressing such warning signs to prevent future tragedies.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.