Teacher shot by 6-year-old student testifies against school administrator

In a shocking turn of events, a Virginia teacher, Abigail Zwerner, is suing her former assistant principal, Ebony Parker, for $40 million after being shot by a six-year-old student in January 2023. Zwerner claims Parker ignored warnings about the child's violent behavior and possible access to a gun, leading to the traumatic incident. The trial raises questions about school administrators' responsibility in extreme but rare events. Parker also faces eight felony child neglect charges, while the boy's mother was sentenced for child neglect and weapons violations. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.