Crime
Who is Lucy Martinez? Nathan Hale Elementary School Teacher Who Mocked the Death of Charlie Kirk
CHICAGO, IL — A disturbing video from a recent “No Kings” protest has sparked public outrage after a woman was filmed mocking the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, turning a tragic event into a moment of ridicule.
The woman in the video has been identified online as Lucy Martinez, reportedly an elementary school teacher from Chicago.
According to multiple social media posts, Martinez is said to be employed at Nathan Hale Elementary School, though Chicago Public Schools officials have not yet confirmed her current employment status.
In the viral clip, Martinez can be seen laughing and making crude remarks about Kirk’s death, allegedly referencing his fatal injuries in a manner that many have called deeply disrespectful and inhumane.
The footage quickly gained traction online, prompting widespread condemnation and renewed debate about professionalism and accountability within the education system.
Following the incident, Nathan Hale Elementary School’s official website and social media accounts, including its X (formerly Twitter) profile, were taken offline, leading to speculation that the school may be attempting to manage fallout from the controversy.
No official explanation has been provided by the school or the district.
Critics have highlighted Martinez’s alleged behavior as emblematic of growing intolerance within activist circles.
The “No Kings” movement, which promotes itself as a campaign for justice and equality, has faced backlash for what detractors describe as hypocrisy — preaching compassion while celebrating violence.
Parents and community members have voiced outrage, emphasizing that educators are entrusted with shaping the minds and values of young students.
Engaging in or endorsing rhetoric that glorifies political violence, they argue, is incompatible with the ethical and professional responsibilities expected of teachers.
Across Chicago, the incident has intensified discussions about political polarization, bias in classrooms, and the importance of maintaining neutrality and respect in public education.
If the claims about Lucy Martinez’s employment prove accurate, the case may prompt further review by the school district regarding appropriate conduct standards for teachers and the role of social media behavior in maintaining public trust.
ANGOON, Alaska — Roger Williams Jr., 35, was found dead Wednesday after he went missing during a cockle fishing trip near Angoon, Alaska, authorities said. Search teams found his body along the shore near Danger Reef Point after the U.S. Coast Guard discovered his empty boat the previous evening.
Alaska State Troopers said Angoon Search and Rescue found Williams shortly before 1 p.m. Wednesday. Officials are transporting his remains to the State Medical Examiner’s Office. His family has also been notified.
Williams was last seen around 8:30 a.m. Tuesday. He reportedly left the Angoon boat harbor in a red-and-silver, 16-foot Lund boat to go cockle fishing.
Cockle fishing involves collecting shellfish from coastal areas. Williams did not return as expected, and authorities later found his boat without anyone aboard.
Officials have not shared further details about his final movements or what happened during the trip.
At around 8 p.m. Tuesday, the U.S. Coast Guard found an empty 16-foot Lund skiff near the shoreline between Killisnoo Island and Angoon.
The discovery led to a search for Williams. Authorities looked for him after finding the boat with no one aboard.
Officials have not explained how the boat ended up near the shore or confirmed what caused Williams to disappear.
The U.S. Coast Guard joined local search-and-rescue teams and crews from Wrangell to look for Williams.
The teams continued their search after finding the empty boat on Tuesday evening. On Wednesday, Angoon Search and Rescue found Williams’ body near Danger Reef Point shortly before 1 p.m.
Authorities have not released details about the conditions during the search or the circumstances surrounding the discovery.
Alaska State Troopers said officials are transporting Williams’ remains to the State Medical Examiner’s Office. Authorities have notified his next of kin.
Officials have not announced a cause of death. The medical examiner’s findings may provide more information about the circumstances of the incident.
The case remains under review as authorities work to determine what happened during Williams’ fishing trip.